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Is it true that maois are superior to ssris in improving social anxiety symptoms?

Q: is it true that maois are superior to ssris in improving social anxiety symptoms?

: Not necessarily, SSRI’ s are still preferred as first line due to side effect profile and drug-drug interactions. When it comes to symptoms, individual response can be rarely predicted, adjustments are made based on response.

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Not necessarily, SSRI’ s are still preferred as first line due to side effect profile and drug-drug interactions. When it comes to symptoms, individual response can be rarely predicted, adjustments are made based on response.

Answered 1/26/2023

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Is it true that maois are superior to ssris in improving social anxiety symptoms?

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