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Which of the following if combined with rivastagmine,decreases its efficacy?

A
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors
B
Reversible inhibitor of MAO-A
C
Tricyclic antidepressants
D
Atypical antidepressants
High-Yield Explanation
*Rivastigmine is used in Alzheimer's disease. It inhibits acetylcholinesterase and increases the level of ACh. *Tricyclic antidepressants have strong anticholinergic actions.Therefore,these can reduce the efficacy of rivastigmine. Depression is commonly seen in patients with Alzheimer's disease. The anti-depressants that are used should have minimum anticholinergic activity, therefore SSRI or MAO-inhibitors are preferred. Ref: KATZUNG 14TH ED.

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