What is the most appropriate antidepressant to use in people with epilepsy?

NICE recommend that non-pharmacological interventions such as CBT should be considered in people presenting with depression, in addition to the use of antidepressants. With respect…

Safety in Lactation: Antidepressants

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…

If antidepressant-induced hyponatraemia has been diagnosed, how should the depression be treated?

This Medicines Q&A evaluates the evidence available on the management of depression in patients with antidepressant-induced hyponatraemia.  

Management of depression in breastfeeding mothers - Are reboxetine, venlafaxine, duloxetine, mirtazapine, agomelatine and MAOIs safe?

Reboxetine, venlafaxine, duloxetine, mirtazapine, agomelatine and moclobemide are not considered first line antidepressants for use in breastfeeding mothers. Because of the absence of data on…