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Avoid Abrupt Cessation of SSRIs Ingestion

Started by Lorenzo, February 02, 2012, 04:20:42 AM

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Lorenzo

Please note:

For patients who are suffering from major clinical depression , depressive moods, and are taking SSRIs (Fluoxetine, Paroxetine, Sertraline, Citalopram) for their condition, please AVOID the abrupt cessation of drugs.

Abrupt cessation of SSRIs can lead to --- > SSRI Withdrawal Syndrome: Dizziness, Nausea, Fatigue, Muscle Aches, Anxiety, Irritability, Severe Suicidal Ideation and Suicidal Attempt !!

It is important to gradually taper your SSRI down and avoid abrupt cessation.

Talk to your DOCTOR (PSYCHIATRIST/NEUROLOGIST/FAMILY MEDICINE) about prescribing you long-acting SSRIs and then gradually tapering it down , in order to AVOID SSRI Withdrawal Syndrome.



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