A 25-year-old patient has been taking venlafaxine for 18 months after suffering from recurrent depressive episodes with psychotic symptoms. | Medibuddy
Login Sign up
Close
Undergraduate Year 1 Undergraduate Year 2 Exams MLA ST1 / CT / ACCS Interviews ST3 Interviews ST4 Interviews Crash Courses Professional Development
14th February 2025

A 25-year-old patient has been taking venlafaxine for 18 months after suffering from recurrent depressive episodes with psychotic symptoms.

A 25-year-old patient has been taking venlafaxine for 18 months after suffering from recurrent depressive episodes with psychotic symptoms. He would like to stop taking it as it gives him erectile dysfunction.

Which of the following is true regarding treatment cessation in depressive disorders?

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

Complete Guide to Clinical Genetics ST3 Application and Recruitment (2027)

Written by Medibuddy. Last updated: October 2026. Clinical Genetics is

Clinical Genetics ST3

Complete Guide to Clinical Radiology ST3 Application and Recruitment (2027)

Recruitment paused: NHS England is not running Clinical Radiology ST3+ recru

Clinical Radiology ST3

Complete Guide to Paediatric Surgery ST3 Application and Recruitment in United Kingdom (2026)

Written by Medibuddy. Last updated: October 2026. If you’re planning

Paediatric Surgery ST3
Mobile app screenshots

Take your subscriptions with you

Our mobile app allows you to access your interview and exam question banks wherever you are.