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A patient was treated with amitriptyline for depression, developed urinary retention, constipation & blurring of vision. The most likely cause is -

A
Symptoms of depression persisting
B
Anticholinergic side effects
C
Depression medicamentosa
D
Any of above
High-Yield Explanation
Amitriptyline and other TCAs produce anticholinergic side effects which are manifested as dry mouth (↓ salivation) blurred vision, urinary retention, constipation, decreased sweating.

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