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Which of the following drug types are often used as a first-line treatment for depression due to their side effect profile?
 
  1. Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)
  2. Beta-adrenergic blockers
  3. Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)
  4. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)

Question 2

Which of the following drug types used to treat depression works by preventing enzymatic destruction of the neurotransmitter norepinephrine?
 
  1. Beta-adrenergic blockers
  2. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
  3. Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)
  4. Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 4
Rationale: Of the drugs available for depression, the SSRIs have the most favorable side effect profile.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 4
Rationale: MAOIs limit the breakdown of norepinephrine by inhibiting the enzyme monoamine oxidase. TCAs inhibit neurotransmitter reuptake, while SSRIs slow the reuptake of serotonin. Beta blockers block beta receptors within the sympathetic nervous system.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
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