Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) Practice Exam

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Which of the following antidepressants is FDA-approved to treat OCD?

BuSpar
Wellbutrin
Fluvoxamine
Miltown

The correct answer is: Fluvoxamine

Fluvoxamine is the correct answer because it is an SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) specifically approved by the FDA to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Research has demonstrated its efficacy in reducing the symptoms associated with OCD, making it a first-line treatment option for this condition. In contrast, BuSpar (buspirone) is primarily used to treat anxiety disorders and is not specifically indicated for OCD. Wellbutrin (bupropion) is an atypical antidepressant often used for depression and smoking cessation but does not carry an FDA indication for OCD. Miltown (meprobamate) is an anxiolytic that has been used for anxiety relief but is not an FDA-approved treatment for OCD, and it is less commonly prescribed today due to its potential for dependence. Thus, Fluvoxamine stands out as the specific treatment for OCD among the choices provided.