Multiple Choice
A patient diagnosed with depression is prescribed the tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) bupropion.What is the benefit of this medication for nonhospitalized patients?
A) It has antianxiety properties as well as antidepressant effects.
B) It lowers the seizure threshold to a lesser extent than TCAs.
C) There is reduced potential for lethal overdose.
D) It stimulates appetite and weight gain.
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