Depression Flashcards
1
Q
Initial doses of citalopram
A
20mg, max dose 40mg
2
Q
Initial dose of escitalopram and max dose
A
10mg, 20mg
3
Q
Initial dose of duloxetine and max dose
A
60mg, 120mg
4
Q
Initial and max dose of mirtazapine
A
15mg, 45mg
5
Q
What class of antidepressants increases bleeding risk?
A
SSRIs
6
Q
How to switch antidepressants?
A
Need an antidepressant free interval. Wean first one then start one after a period at a low dose
