Psychopharmacology: Ssris Antidepressants (Names)

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Name all selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant drugs of the class.

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Fluvoxamine

Explanation
The given answer "Luvox" is the brand name for the medication "Fluvoxamine." Brand names are often used to market and sell medications, while the generic name is the actual drug name. In this case, Fluvoxamine is the generic name of the medication, and Luvox is the brand name under which it is sold. Therefore, Luvox is the correct answer.

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Fluoxetine

Explanation
Prozac is a brand name for the drug fluoxetine. It is commonly used to treat depression, panic disorder, and other mental health conditions. The drug belongs to a class of medications called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), which work by increasing the levels of serotonin in the brain. Prozac is known to help improve mood, reduce anxiety, and alleviate symptoms of depression. Therefore, Prozac is the correct answer as it is the brand name for the drug fluoxetine.

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Escitalopram

Explanation
Lexapro is the brand name for the medication Escitalopram. The question is asking for the correct answer, which is Lexapro. Therefore, the explanation is that Lexapro is the correct answer because it is the brand name for Escitalopram.

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Sertraline

Explanation
Sertraline is the generic name of the medication, while Zoloft is the brand name. The question is asking for the correct answer, which is Zoloft, the brand name of the medication.

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Dapoxetine

Explanation
Priligy is the brand name for the drug Dapoxetine. Dapoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) that is used to treat premature ejaculation in men. It works by increasing the levels of serotonin in the brain, which helps to delay ejaculation. Priligy is the specific brand of Dapoxetine that is available in the market.

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Vilazodone
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Paroxetine
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Citalopram

Explanation
Citalopram is a medication commonly known by its brand name Celexa. Therefore, the correct answer is Celexa.

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