Question

A GP wants to initiate an SSRI in a patient with moderate depression. According to the BNF, which SSRI is typically first-line in primary care for safety and tolerability?

Accepted Answer

Sertraline

Answer

Paroxetine

Answer

Fluoxetine

Answer

Citalopram

Answer

Venlafaxine

Practice question

A GP wants to initiate an SSRI in a patient with moderate depression. According to the BNF, which SSRI is typically first-line in primary care for safety and tolerability?