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Supporting system response to the ADHD medicine shortage

16 November 2023Practical advice for the system in response to the NatPSA for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) medicines.

Oral benzodiazepines and choosing equivalent doses

2 July 2025Equivalent doses of oral benzodiazepines to diazepam are not exact. Consider these factors before switching.

Using antipsychotics during breastfeeding

14 July 2025Quetiapine is the preferred second-generation, and haloperidol the preferred first-generation antipsychotic when breastfeeding full term, healthy infants.

Prescribing available medicines to treat ADHD

27 September 2023The availability of medicines used to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) varies currently. Supply content is maintained regularly by DHSC.

SNRIs to other antidepressants: switching in adults

17 February 2023Suggested methods for switching safely between SNRIs or to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.

Using tricyclic antidepressants during breastfeeding

31 January 2023Imipramine and nortriptyline are the tricyclic antidepressants of choice. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants only.

Considerations when choosing an alternative antidepressant

17 February 2023Consider the risks associated with switching an antidepressant for depression, the patient's individual circumstances and when to seek specialist advice.

Mirtazapine to other antidepressants: switching in adults

17 February 2023Suggested methods for switching safely from mirtazapine to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.

SSRI suggestions for adults with swallowing difficulties

20 June 2024A range of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) formulations are suitable for adults with swallowing difficulties.

Switching strategies for antidepressants

22 May 2024The choice of antidepressant switching strategy depends on the person and antidepressant. We describe the current strategies and their application.