Which of the following drugs would be appropriate for the treatment of bipolar illness?

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Lithium is a mood stabilizer that has been used for decades in the treatment of bipolar disorder. Sertoline is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) primarily used for depression and anxiety disorders, but is not typically used for bipolar disorder. Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine used for anxiety and panic disorders, but is not a first-line treatment for bipolar disorder. Chlorpromazine is an antipsychotic medication primarily used for schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, and may be used in bipolar disorder with psychotic features, but is not typically used as a first-line treatment for bipolar disorder.

Which of the Following Drugs Would Be Appropriate for the Treatment