Question 185 · LEK · Antidepressants
The medication of last choice for treating an episode of depression in a patient with a history of seizures is:
- A. mianserin.
- B. mirtazapine.
- C. reboxetine.
- D. trazodone.
- E. bupropion.
Hint
Which antidepressant has a dose-dependent proconvulsant effect and is contraindicated in seizure disorders?
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