Answer: B - Venlafaxine is an anti-depressant, and dosage listed is possible. Ezetimide is a cholesterol absorption inhibitor, and hydroxycobalamin is vitamin B12. Nortriptyline IS an anti-depressent, but the dosage listed represents 1.2 g a day. Maximum dosage of Nortriptyline is 150 mg daily. All other dosages and routes for all the agents listed are possible.

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MACE Medication Aide

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Which of the following is an appropriate agent and dosing schedule for a newly diagnosed patient with depression?

Hydroxycobalamin, 200 mcg, PO, qd
Venlafaxine, 37.5 mg, PO, bid
Nortriptyline, 400 mg, PO, tid
Ezetimide, 10 mg, PO, qd

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Answer: B - Venlafaxine is an anti-depressant, and dosage listed is possible. Ezetimide is a cholesterol absorption inhibitor, and hydroxycobalamin is vitamin B₁₂. Nortriptyline IS an anti-depressent, but the dosage listed represents 1.2 g a day. Maximum dosage of Nortriptyline is 150 mg daily. All other dosages and routes for all the agents listed are possible.

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