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Clomipramine is the only TCA which is licencsed to treat OCD. Amitriptyline is therefore an incorrect answer.
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b
Amitriptyline
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This is an antipsychotic which is not licensed for the treatment of OCD.
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e
Aripiprazole
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This is the only medication listed here which is licensed to treat OCD, characterised by intrusive obsessions and ritualistic compulsions. It may be required at a higher dose than used when treating depression.
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a
Sertraline
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This is an antipsychotic which is not licensed for the treatment of OCD.
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c
Olanzapine
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This is an antipsychotic which is not licensed for the treatment of OCD.
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d
Haloperidol
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Anxiety, Obsessions and Stress Reactions (including OCD)
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Psychiatry
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Sertraline is an effective first-line medication for treating obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), targeting intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviours.
A 32-year-old male complains of persistently distressing thoughts and images. This has been occurring for the last 6 months and he finds them worsening when he is stressed. He finds the only way to deal with the stress created by these thoughts is repeatedly turning his bedside lamp on and off, or doing the same with his phone torch. He would like to try medication to improve his symptoms.

Which of the following medications should be offered?
a