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How to stop ssri without depression sign and symptoms reversal?
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You taper it off: by taking 1 tablet every other day for 1 week then every 3 days for 1 week then stop. Thanks for trusting in HealthTap.
Answered 2/28/2016
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Stopping SSRI: Deciding to stop an SSRI med should be discussed with prescribing doctor. Tapering dose on an individual basis with careful medical monitoring for any withdrawal symptoms and/or recurrence of depression is highly recommended. I hope this helps. Best wishes.
Answered 2/11/2017
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