17 February 2023 · Review people at appropriate time points; advise on what to expect and report; and beware of the possibility of discontinuation and serotonin syndromes.
17 February 2023 · Suggested methods for switching safely from moclobemide to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.
17 February 2023 · Suggested methods for switching safely from mirtazapine to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.
7 September 2022 · Healthcare professionals involved in the use of metolazone need to be aware of the differences between licensed and unlicensed products to ensure safe care.
17 February 2023 · Switching between or from a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) is a complex switch and requires support from a specialist. General principles are described.
27 March 2022 · Prescribe certain medicines by brand to ensure supply of the same product. Examples are grouped by therapeutic area. The list of products is not exhaustive.
14 September 2021 · Use our tool to obtain approximate dose equivalences of oral morphine to other oral opioids and help you calculate an estimated equivalent dose
17 February 2023 · Prior response, side-effects, new contraindications, and current depression symptoms may require switching antidepressants. When it is, establish shared goals.
13 September 2023 · Bioavailability, release profile and licensed uses are some of the considerations needed when changing between solid dose and liquid formulations.
17 February 2023 · Consider the risks associated with switching an antidepressant for depression, the patient's individual circumstances and when to seek specialist advice.