Question

question 108

a pharmacy technician should identify that which of the following medications has a black box warning related to an increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior in children and young adults?

atorvastatin (lipitor)
fluoxetine (prozac)
omeprazole (prilosec)
metformin (glucophage)

Explanation:

Identify the drug class and warning

Using the Black Box Warnings and Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors knowledge points

• Fluoxetine (Prozac) is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant.
• The FDA requires a black box warning on all antidepressant medications regarding an increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 18 to 24).

Evaluate other options

Using the Black Box Warnings knowledge point

• Atorvastatin (Lipitor) is a statin used for cholesterol management and does not carry this warning.
• Omeprazole (Prilosec) is a proton pump inhibitor for acid reflux and does not carry this warning.
• Metformin (Glucophage) is a biguanide antidiabetic agent and does not carry this warning.

Answer:

• (A) Atorvastatin (Lipitor)
• (B) Fluoxetine (Prozac) (Correct answer)
• (C) Omeprazole (Prilosec)
• (D) Metformin (Glucophage)