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Choosing a suitable antidepressant for people with coronary heart disease (CHD)
2 July 2021Prescribers may need to choose a safe antidepressant in people with CHD. We guide on available options. We do not cover management of complex depression.
Safety in Lactation: Antidepressants
21 October 2020Additional 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…
What is serotonin syndrome and which medicines cause it?
22 May 2020This Medicines Q&A outlines the causes and symptoms of serotonin syndrome and provides examples of medicines with the potential to cause serotonin syndrome.
How do you switch between tricyclic, SSRI and related antidepressants?
21 October 2019This updated Medicines Q&A provides advice on the risks and suggested strategies for switching between tricyclic (TCA), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) and related antidepressants.…
If antidepressant-induced hyponatraemia has been diagnosed, how should the depression be treated?
10 June 2019This Medicines Q&A evaluates the evidence available on the management of depression in patients with antidepressant-induced hyponatraemia. Summary Most antidepressants are associated with hyponatraemia, with…
Medicine Compliance Aid Stability
genericArrowe (Actavis)
Arrowe (Actavis)
generic
Tablets 70mg
A3 · Amber 3No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Protect from light
Protect from moisture
Protect from moisture. Protect from light.
14 October 2015
Lactation Safety Information
Imipramine, Nortriptyline
No published evidence of safety
Low levels anticipated in milk due to the drug’s properties
Monitor infants for drowsiness, poor feeding and irritability/behavioural effects
30 July 2020