#185 Deprescribing Psychotropic Medications with Dr Mark Horowitz
The GP Show
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The Long-term Effects and Challenges of Antidepressant Deprescribing
The chapter explores the lasting impacts of antidepressants and psychiatric drugs on the brain, withdrawal symptoms that can persist for extended periods after stopping these medications, and increased health risks associated with long-term antidepressant use, especially among older individuals. It emphasizes the importance of deprescribing, discusses strategies for safely tapering off psychiatric medications like antidepressants to minimize withdrawal effects, and highlights the necessity for healthcare professionals to be well-informed about proper deprescribing techniques.
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