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By lowering dosage in steps. Usually means halfing dosage ever one or two weeks. Actual rate differ from agent to agent. Stick to the doctors instructions or you can suffer withdrawal symptoms if you cut it too fast. That usually means insomnia, agitation, anxiety, even vomiting.
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To discontinue SSRIs, it is important to consult with a healthcare provider first. Abruptly stopping SSRIs can lead to withdrawal symptoms. Your doctor can create a tapering schedule to gradually reduce the dosage and monitor for any potential withdrawal effects.
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May you replace TCAs to SSRIs?
Yes, of course, actually SSRIs will likely have fewer and less intense side-effects than TCAs. Advise your doctor on how fast you will discontinue the TCA, how much you will wait (if at all), and how much you will start the SSRI.
What is a sentence for discontinue?
They decided to discontinue the product due to declining sales.
Is lamactil an ssri?
Lamictal (lamotrigine) is not an SSRI. It is an anti-convulsant.
Give you a list of SSRI?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SSRI#List_of_SSRIs
Is celexa a benzodiazepines?
no... celexa is an ssri antidepressant and no relation to benodiazepines
Can an SSRI cause ED?
Yes - it is a very common side effect of SSRI medication.
Is abandon and discontinue synonyms or antonyms?
Abandon and discontinue are synonyms.
Is abandon and discontinue a synonyms or antonym?
Abandon and discontinue are synonyms.
Is depakote a SSRI?
no
What does SSRI stand for?
SSRI stands for Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor. A group of anti dipressants SSRI stands for Secure Storage and Retrieval of Information.
Is Xanax an ssri?
Yes
What is the Antonym for continue by adding a prefix?
Tidy
