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shekhar dhakal
on Dec 23, 2024
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What are two of the major classes of antidepressant drugs?
A) benzodiazepines and lithium
B) MAO inhibitors and tricyclics
C) benzodiazepines and tricyclics
D) benzodiazepines and MAOIs
Antidepressant Drugs
Drugs used to treat depression and anxiety.
MAO Inhibitors
A class of medications used to treat depression by inhibiting the activity of monoamine oxidase, an enzyme that breaks down neurotransmitters such as serotonin and dopamine.
Tricyclics
A class of antidepressant drugs that increase the levels of certain chemicals in the brain, helping to improve mood.
- Obtain an understanding of the classification and action strategy of different psychiatric therapies.
- Identify the right medical solutions for particular mental disorders.
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Learning Objectives
- Obtain an understanding of the classification and action strategy of different psychiatric therapies.
- Identify the right medical solutions for particular mental disorders.