Withdrawal Effects

Withdrawal Effects

It is also important to lower the dose slowly when an antidepressant is being stopped to prevent withdrawal effects.

When an antidepressant is stopped too rapidly some withdrawal symptoms that may be experienced are:
  • Anxiety
  • Abnormal dreams
  • Dizziness
  • Agitation, restlessness
  • Nausea, vomiting
  • Sweating
  • Headache
  • Sensory disturbance such as shock like symptoms