7 February 2018 · This memo for prescribers and pharmacy staff has been produced in response to questions from primary care prescribers and pharmacists concerned about seemingly innocuous drug combinations…
15 February 2019 · This updated Medicines Q&A reviews the evidence for an interaction between tamoxifen and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)/serotonin noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) resulting in reduced…
27 March 2019 · The likelihood of an interaction between triptans and SSRIs/SNRIs resulting in serotonin syndrome is considered in this updated Medicines Q&A.
10 June 2019 · This Medicines Q&A evaluates the evidence available on the management of depression in patients with antidepressant-induced hyponatraemia. Summary Most antidepressants are associated with hyponatraemia, with…
17 October 2019 · Observational study results have indicated that there is an association between the use of SSRIs and upper GI bleeds, with a number needed to harm…
21 October 2019 · This updated Medicines Q&A provides advice on the risks and suggested strategies for switching between tricyclic (TCA), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) and related antidepressants.…
26 November 2019 · This is one of two UKMi Medicines Q&As addressing the management of menopausal hot flushes (vasomotor symptoms) with non-hormonal drug therapy.
22 May 2020 · This Medicines Q&A outlines the causes and symptoms of serotonin syndrome and provides examples of medicines with the potential to cause serotonin syndrome.
21 October 2020 · Additional information relating to breastfeeding To be used in conjunction with individual drug entries for specific information and guidance. Monamine-oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) Due to the…