Traynor is suffering another bout of major depression. Since the 1970s, he has tried all of the major types of antidepressants and few seemed to work well for him. He is also concerned about side effects, especially sexual side effects, from medication. Which of the following drugs will his doctor be most likely to prescribe to Traynor?

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Bupropion is a good choice for Traynor as it has a lower risk of sexual side effects compared to other antidepressants. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are another option with a lower risk of sexual side effects, but Traynor may have already tried and failed on those. Tricyclics and neuroleptics are older classes of antidepressants with a higher risk of side effects, while monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) have a high risk of dangerous interactions with certain foods and medications. Therefore, bupropion or an SSRI would be the best options for Traynor.

Traynor Is Suffering Another Bout of Major Depression