A 25-year-old man is diagnosed with moderate depression and started on Citalopram. What key safety advice must be given regarding the initial weeks of...

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A 25-year-old man is diagnosed with moderate depression and started on Citalopram. What key safety advice must be given regarding the initial weeks of treatment?

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Potential for increased suicidal ideation and agitation

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Risk of significant weight gain

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High risk of serotonin syndrome with monotherapy

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Risk of hypertensive crisis

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Need for weekly blood monitoring

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Depression Management (SSRI Safety)

A 25-year-old man is diagnosed with moderate depression and started on Citalopram. What key safety advice must be given regarding the initial weeks of treatment?