Tapering off SSRI

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Tapering off SSRI

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I am on Sertraline 100mg for 3 months . If i stop taking the meds will i face withdrawal symptoms? How to taper them off without having withdrawal symptoms.

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Dr. Rajasekhar Reddy KT Addiction Psychiatrist 5 yrs exp Kurnool Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Rajasekhar Reddy KT

Addiction Psychiatrist 5 yrs exp Kurnool

Consult Now

It's not advisable to taper off the medicines on your own discretion. Always take the advice of your treating psychiatrist and do accordingly.

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Consult your treating psychiatrist and get evaluated and follow his advice regarding the use of medicines.

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