An 8-year-old child is being seen in the clinic. The mother states he suffers from bed-wetting at least four times per week. What medication is effective in treating enuresis in children?
A) Amitriptyline (Elavil)
B) Duloxetine (Cymbalta)
C) Imipramine (Tofranil)
D) Venlafaxine (Effexor)
C
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Imipramine (Tofranil) is approved for treating childhood enuresis in children older than 6 years. Amitriptyline (Elavil) is a tricyclic antidepressant but is not used for childhood enuresis. Duloxetine (Cymbalta) is a serotonin–norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor that is used for depression. Venlafaxine (Effexor) is a serotonin–norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor that is used for depression.
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