depression

Question 1

which anti-depressant should be tapered down the FASTEST?

Answer 1

fluoxetine; due to its highest half-life=least discontinuation symptoms

Question 2

how to switch between SSRI to SNRI?

Answer 2

start low-dose SNRI, slowly increasing to target dose, as you taper down SSRI to eventually stop it

Question 3

Mention anti-depressants that cause the MOST withdrawal symptoms?

Answer 3

Paroxetine or Venlafaxine (* due to its short half life)