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Using certain antidepressants during breastfeeding

15 November 2023Duloxetine, mirtazapine, trazodone or venlafaxine can be used with caution but other options are preferred. Recommendations apply to full term, healthy infants.

Treating bipolar disorder during breastfeeding

5 October 2023Lithium and valproate can be used during breastfeeding, after consideration of some specific issues. Recommendations apply to full term and 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.

Supporting people with mental health conditions in primary care

19 September 2023Speakers shared experiences of supporting people living with mental health conditions to show that you don’t have to be an expert to make a contribution

Treating opioid dependence during breastfeeding

1 August 2023Methadone is the preferred choice of treatment for opioid dependence during breastfeeding. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants only.

Clozapine use in adults with swallowing difficulties

31 May 2023Guidance on clozapine administration including crushing tablets, importance of not missing doses and practical considerations regarding switching formulations

MAOI to other antidepressants: switching in adults

17 February 2023Switching between or from a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) is a complex switch and requires support from a specialist. General principles are described.

Moclobemide to other antidepressants: switching in adults

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

Trazodone to other antidepressants: switching in adults

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

Vortioxetine to other antidepressants: switching in adults

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