Psychiatric Drugs and Medications Q 48

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A nurse is giving discharge instructions to a client who is prescribed with isocarboxazid (Marplan). The nurse will tell the client to anticipate which of the following side effects of this medication?

  

     A. Weight loss

     B. Dry skin

     C. Dizziness

     D. Fever

    

    

Correct Answer: C. Dizziness

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Isocarboxazid is a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor. Dizziness, drowsiness, tiredness, weakness, problems sleeping, constipation, and dry mouth may occur while taking it.

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Options A, B, and D: Weight loss, dry skin, and fever are not related side effects of the medication.

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