Mental health and illness
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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.
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.
Treating bipolar disorder during breastfeeding
3 April 2024Lithium and valproate can be used during breastfeeding, after consideration of some specific issues. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants.
Using antidepressants for depression in people with epilepsy
21 February 2024Antidepressant use requires special consideration in people with epilepsy. Treating depression in stable epilepsy is covered.
Using benzodiazepines during breastfeeding
15 February 2024Lorazepam and oxazepam are the preferred benzodiazepines during breast feeding, if clinically appropriate. Recommendations apply to full term, healthy infants.
Mental health medicines: resources to support answering questions
9 January 2024Suggested resources to help primary care healthcare professionals find information on psychotropic and other medicines used in psychiatry
Deprescribing of antidepressants for depression and anxiety
4 December 2023Deprescribing antidepressants involves safely reducing and withdrawing them. An introduction; signposting to current resources; and SPS resources coming soon.
Using tricyclic antidepressants during breastfeeding
17 November 2023Imipramine and nortriptyline are the tricyclic antidepressants of choice. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants only.
Using SSRI antidepressants during breastfeeding
17 November 2023Paroxetine and sertraline are the Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) of choice. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants only.
Using certain antidepressants during breastfeeding
17 November 2023Duloxetine, mirtazapine, trazodone or venlafaxine can be used with caution but other options are preferred. Recommendations apply to full term, healthy infants.