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A 30-year old pregnant woman comes to your clinic with decreased sleep, increased appetite and hyperactivity for 2 weeks. A diagnosis of mania is made. Fuher probing reveals four episodes of major depression in the past two years. What drug will you prescribe to this patient?

A
Haloperidol
B
Lithium
C
Promethazine
D
Clonazepam
High-Yield Explanation
Ans: A. HaloperidolHaloperidol - Only antipsychotic mentioned in the options which can be used in pregnant patients suffering from bipolar disorders.

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