Depression and anxiety
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Choosing an antidepressant for people with coronary heart disease
29 April 2025Sertraline is the first-line option in people with coronary heart disease. Alternatives include fluoxetine, paroxetine and mirtazapine.
Considerations when choosing an alternative antidepressant
17 September 2024Consider the risks associated with switching an antidepressant for depression, the patient's individual circumstances and when to seek specialist advice.
Monitoring a person during and after antidepressant switching
17 September 2024Review people at appropriate time points; advise on what to expect and report; and beware of the possibility of withdrawal symptoms and serotonin syndrome.
Agomelatine to other antidepressants: switching in adults
17 September 2024Suggested methods for switching safely from agomelatine to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.
Planning and agreeing an antidepressant switching strategy
17 September 2024Guidance on planning and implementing the antidepressant switch after the need and choice of antidepressant have been decided.
SSRI suggestions for adults with swallowing difficulties
8 July 2024A range of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) formulations are suitable for adults with swallowing difficulties.
Tricyclics to other antidepressants: switching in adults
31 May 2024Suggested methods for switching safely between tricyclics or to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.
SNRIs to other antidepressants: switching in adults
31 May 2024Suggested methods for switching safely between SNRIs or to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.
Moclobemide to other antidepressants: switching in adults
31 May 2024Suggested methods for switching safely from moclobemide to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.
Mirtazapine to other antidepressants: switching in adults
31 May 2024Suggested methods for switching safely from mirtazapine to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.