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klafterreith



Joined: 25 Nov 2005
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PostPosted: Sat May 10, 2008 6:49 am    Post subject: medicine called Reply with quote
Would you find a serious mistake in the following:



She got medicine called `antidepressant�.


Is it accpetable or wrong, Please indicate A / W

Thank you!
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Suzanne



Joined: 21 Apr 2008
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Location: Seattle, WA, USA
PostPosted: Sat May 10, 2008 7:22 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
I'm a nurse, so I can help you with any medical or medication topics.

She got medicine called `antidepressant�. Wrong.

An antidepressant is a type of medication, not a specific one. It would be better to say:

* She was prescribed an antidepressant.
* Her doctor prescribed an antidepressant.
* She got an antidepressant medication.

Does that help? Let me know if you need other suggestions.

Have a good day!
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