30th April 2024

A 74-year-old lady was brought to the GP for weight loss of 5kg over 3 months

A 74-year-old lady was brought to the GP for weight loss of 5kg over 3 months. She has reduced oral intake recently after her husband passed away from cancer. She was seen by a dietician and prescribed nutritional supplements but has not taken them. Her mood is low but she has no active suicidal ideation. She has no past medical history of note and is not taking any medication regularly. Physical examination is unremarkable and basic blood tests are within normal limits.

Which is the most appropriate medication to add in the treatment of this patient?

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