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Agomelatine to other antidepressants: switching in adults

17 September 2024Suggested methods for switching safely from agomelatine to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.

SNRIs to other antidepressants: switching in adults

31 May 2024Suggested methods for switching safely between SNRIs or to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.

Vortioxetine to other antidepressants: switching in adults

31 May 2024Suggested methods for switching safely from vortioxetine to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.

Trazodone to other antidepressants: switching in adults

31 May 2024Suggested methods for switching safely from trazodone to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.

Moclobemide to other antidepressants: switching in adults

31 May 2024Suggested methods for switching safely from moclobemide to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.

MAOI to other antidepressants: switching in adults

31 May 2024Switching between or from a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) is a complex switch and requires support from a specialist. General principles are described.

Treating opioid dependence during breastfeeding

1 August 2023Methadone is the preferred choice of treatment for opioid dependence during breastfeeding. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants only.

Supporting people with mental health conditions in primary care

19 September 2023Speakers shared experiences of supporting people living with mental health conditions to show that you don’t have to be an expert to make a contribution

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 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.