The depressed patient who has been taking amitriptyline (Elavil) for the past 2 weeks complains of still feeling depressed and wants to abandon the drug. The nurse's most helpful response would be:
a. "All drugs don't work for all people. I will talk to the physician about a new order for a different drug."
b. "You probably should quit taking Elavil if it is not helping you."
c. "Sometimes drinking a small glass of wine with meals helps."
d. "These drugs take several weeks to be-come effective."
D
It can take up to 4 weeks before symptoms are relieved by tricyclics.
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