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MACE Medication Aide

Category - MACE

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A 28-year-old female patient has just started taking Xanax and is concerned that it may not be safe if she decides to try and get pregnant. Which of the following adverse effects would not be mentioned during your counseling session with her?

Blood dyscrasias
Xanax is a Pregnancy Category D drug.
Seizures may accompany abrupt withdrawal.
Hyperkalemia, hyponatremia

Explanation

Answer: D - All of the listed adverse events except for hyperkalemia and hyponatremia are associated with Xanax (alprazolam) use and must be discussed with the woman. Given that she wants to get pregnant and that abrupt withdrawal is not recommended, an alternative antidepressant should also be discussed.

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