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YOUSIF BAHJAT
on Dec 23, 2024
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What is one of the main advantages of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) as compared to similar drugs?
A) They have fewer side effects.
B) They only need to be taken weekly, not daily.
C) They affect several different neurotransmitters.
D) They work immediately.
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors
A class of drugs commonly used as antidepressants in the treatment of depression, anxiety disorders, and some personality disorders.
Fewer Side Effects
Refers to a condition or situation where there is a reduced number or severity of secondary, typically undesirable effects resulting from a treatment or intervention.
- Master the classification and mechanism of efficacy of diverse psychiatric medications.
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Learning Objectives
- Master the classification and mechanism of efficacy of diverse psychiatric medications.
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