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A patient with depression initiates therapy with an SSRI. How long should the patient be advised it typically takes to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms?
While some side effects may appear earlier, the therapeutic effects of SSRIs for depression typically take 4 to 6 weeks to become noticeable. This is important
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Question: A patient with depression initiates therapy with an SSRI. How long should the patient be advised it typically takes to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms?
Answer options:
- Within 24-48 hours
- 1 to 2 weeks ✅ 4 to 6 weeks
- 3 to 6 months
Correct answer: 4 to 6 weeks
Explanation: While some side effects may appear earlier, the therapeutic effects of SSRIs for depression typically take 4 to 6 weeks to become noticeable. This is important for patient adherence.
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