A 48-year-old man with moderate depression has been started on an SSRI. After two weeks, he reports some mild improvement but ongoing symptoms. Accord...

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A 48-year-old man with moderate depression has been started on an SSRI. After two weeks, he reports some mild improvement but ongoing symptoms. According to NICE guidelines, how long should he continue on the SSRI before considering a dose change or switching?

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At least 4 weeks

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At least 1 week

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At least 2 weeks

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At least 6 weeks

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At least 12 weeks

Depression — MRCGP AKT MCQ

A 48-year-old man with moderate depression has been started on an SSRI. After two weeks, he reports some mild improvement but ongoing symptoms. According to NICE guidelines, how long should he continue on the SSRI before considering a dose change or switching?