Switching
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MAOI to other antidepressants: switching in adults
31 May 2024Switching between or from a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) is a complex switch and requires support from a specialist. General principles are described.
SSRIs to other antidepressants: switching in adults
31 May 2024Suggested methods for switching safely between SSRIs or to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.
Vortioxetine to other antidepressants: switching in adults
31 May 2024Suggested methods for switching safely from vortioxetine to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.
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.
Considerations when switching between solid doses and liquids
3 April 2024Bioavailability, release profile and licensed uses are some of the considerations needed when changing between solid dose and liquid formulations.
Switching between oral prednisolone and IV hydrocortisone
19 December 2023Switching between oral prednisolone and intravenous (IV) hydrocortisone requires care due to the risk of adrenal insufficiency or adrenal crisis.
Establishing if a person needs to switch their antidepressant
28 March 2023Prior response, side-effects, new contraindications, and current depression symptoms may require switching antidepressants. When it is, establish shared goals.
Switching
Our advice on switching between medicines covers switching between antidepressants as well as a range of other common medicines switches.