Table of Antidepressant Medications (Adults) - Ottawa Depression …
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The algorithm is intended for the treatment of mild to moderately severe major depression (PHQ-9 <20) with the absence of psychotic features. Psychotherapy (cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), interpersonal therapy (IPT) has been shown to have similar
Choice of antidepressant is influenced by adverse effect profile, drug interactions, and cost. Despite their differences, some information applies to all antidepressants. Most antidepressants, unless otherwise noted below, can be given once-daily.
$15 Bipolar depression (in combination with olanzapine): 20-60mg Bulimia nervosa: 20-60mg daily MDD: 20-80mg daily OCD: 40-80mg daily Panic disorder: 10-60mg daily - - + + + Yes. Dosage adjustments may be required. Consult monograph for specific recommendations. Dosing adjustment required in hepatic impairment. Fluvoxamine (Luvox) $35 OCD: 100-
• The ultimate goals of treatment for depression are to achieve remission, return to optimal levels of psychosocial functioning, and to prevent relapse and recurrence of depression. • Adequate documentation should be completed for each algorithm stage and decision point. If
Low risk for drug interactions due to cytochrome P450 interactions. Disadvantages: Doses >40 mg are associated with prolonged QT interval. Avoid concomitant 2C19 inhibitors (i.e., cimetidine, omeprazole); if used with 2C19 inhibitors maximum dose is 20 mg/day. Limited range for dose escalation. ESCITALOPRAM (Lexapro®)
Pharmacology antidepressants - UpToDate
For additional detail, refer to individual Lexidrug monographs included with UpToDate. ¶ Lower doses may be useful for initiating or maintaining patients who are older or medically compromised (eg, kidney or liver disease) or drug-sensitive patients, as well as patients with a …
Depression Medication Choice Decision Aid
Depression Medication Choice Decision Aid. This decision aid will help you and your clinician find a medication to help with your depression
Table: Antidepressants-Merck Manual Professional Edition
* Antidepressant use may increase the risk of suicidal thinking and behavior in pediatric and young adult patients with major depressive disorder and other psychiatric disorders. Refer to a drug information resource for more detailed information regarding dosing, adverse reactions, and other safety considerations.
Table: Antidepressants - MSD Manual Professional Edition
* Antidepressant use may increase the risk of suicidal thinking and behavior in pediatric and young adult patients with major depressive disorder and other psychiatric disorders. Refer to a drug information resource for more detailed information regarding dosing, adverse reactions, and other safety considerations.