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Considering the pharmacodynamics and side effects associated with lithium, which labs are important to obtain prior to initiating treatment?

The abrupt discontinuation of a benzodiazepine can lead to withdrawal syndrome. Which of the following symptoms are associated with benzodiazepine withdrawal?

A 28-year-old married woman presents with symptoms of mixed episodes of mania and depression.  You are going to initiate treatment with a mood stabilizer.  Although the mood stabilizers should be used with caution with a woman of child-bearing age, which of the mood stabilizers is a known to be teratogenic?

Which of the following factors impacts drug absoprtion?

Which of the following symptoms is a common side effect of Lithium and not a potential sign of toxicity?

A 44-year-old man is taking paroxetine (Paxil) for depression. He recently reported experiencing sexual dysfunction, leading to the discontinuation of the medication. When he attempts to stop, he experiences akathisia, tingling, and dizziness. Which of the following properties of paroxetine (Paxil) may be responsible for the side effects/withdrawal effects he is experiencing? 

A 39-year-old woman has recently been diagnosis with major depression disorder, moderate level, and is seeking medication support after therapy has not been effective on its own. She has several other general medication conditions including diabetes and COPD (respiratory condition), for which she takes a multitude of medications. Which of the following treatment options would be least likely to cause side effects or interactions with other medications?

Which factor in the pharmacokinetics of carbamazepine (Tegretol) complicates dosing, leading to the need for regular blood work to make beneficial medication adjustments?

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