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Signs of overdose toxicity:TCA overdose typically causes cardiac arrhythmias, severe hypotension, or seizures, not isolated blurred vision and constipation.

Symptoms of serotonin syndrome:This condition is characterized by agitation, hyperreflexia, fever, tremors, and diarrhea, not anticholinergic effects like dry mouth or blurred vision.

Hypersensitivity reactions:
Hypersensitivity involves rash, fever, and possibly anaphylaxis, which are immune-mediated—not anticholinergic effects.

"Expect effects within 1–2 days.SNRIs like duloxetine typically take 2 to 4 weeks for full therapeutic effects, not within 1–2 days.

"Avoid operating heavy machinery due to sedation."Sedation is less common with duloxetine than with benzodiazepines; this instruction is not routinely emphasized.

"You can take it PRN when feeling anxious."
Duloxetine must be taken on a regular schedule to maintain therapeutic levels. It is not effective as a PRN (as-needed) medication.

“I know this medication may take a few weeks to start working.”This statement is accurate. Buspirone typically takes 2 to 4 weeks to achieve full anxiolytic effects.

“I will avoid drinking grapefruit juice while on this medication.”This is appropriate. Grapefruit juice may inhibit CYP3A4, increasing buspirone levels and the risk of side effects.

Buspirone is an anxiolytic used for the long-term management of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Unlike benzodiazepines, it does not cause sedation or dependency, and it is not effective for acute anxiety relief. It must be taken consistently on a scheduled basis, not as needed.
Rationale for correct answers:

Mild headacheA common and transient side effect of SSRIs, especially in the first week; usually resolves without intervention.

Increased anxietyThis may occur early in treatment before therapeutic effects are established. It is often temporary but should be monitored—not an emergency.

Sexual dysfunction
A known and common side effect of SSRIs, but not emergent. It should be addressed in follow-up visits if it persists

"This will give me energy and help with concentration."Quetiapine is sedating, not stimulating. It may impair concentration and cause drowsiness, especially early in treatment.

"I should take this medication only when I feel anxious."Quetiapine must be taken on a regular schedule as prescribed, not PRN. It is not a short-acting anxiolytic.

"It causes fewer side effects than other anxiety medications."This is misleading. While it may be effective in treatment-resistant cases, it carries significant side effect risks including sedation, metabolic effects, and extrapyramidal symptoms.