20th July 2023

An 82-year-old man is diagnosed with severe depression, and he would like to trial an antidepressant.

An 82-year-old man is diagnosed with severe depression, and he would like to trial an antidepressant. He has a past medical history of hypertension, COPD, and ischaemic heart disease.

Drug history: amlodipine 5mg, ramipril 2.5mg, tiotropium 18mcg, salmeterol 100mcg, aspirin 75mg.

Which is the most appropriate antidepressant?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.