Which of the following is an SSRI used to treat unipolar depression?

Which of the following is an SSRI used to treat unipolar depression?

• A. Prozac
• B. Clozaril
• C. Tegretol
• D. Strattera

Answer: (A)

SSRIs work by increasing serotonin in the brain, which helps improve mood and is a common first-line treatment for unipolar depression. Prozac is fluoxetine, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, so it fits the SSRI class and is used to treat major depressive disorder. The other options are different types of medications: Clozaril (clozapine) is an atypical antipsychotic used for schizophrenia; Tegretol (carbamazepine) is a mood stabilizer/anticonvulsant used in mood disorders and seizures; Strattera (atomoxetine) is a non-stimulant medication for ADHD. SSRIs like Prozac are chosen for unipolar depression specifically because of their mechanism and approved use in depressive disorders, with typical effects taking several weeks to appear and possible side effects to monitor.

SSRIs work by increasing serotonin in the brain, which helps improve mood and is a common first-line treatment for unipolar depression. Prozac is fluoxetine, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, so it fits the SSRI class and is used to treat major depressive disorder. The other options are different types of medications: Clozaril (clozapine) is an atypical antipsychotic used for schizophrenia; Tegretol (carbamazepine) is a mood stabilizer/anticonvulsant used in mood disorders and seizures; Strattera (atomoxetine) is a non-stimulant medication for ADHD. SSRIs like Prozac are chosen for unipolar depression specifically because of their mechanism and approved use in depressive disorders, with typical effects taking several weeks to appear and possible side effects to monitor.