Q How should antidepressants be discontinued?
The antidepressants medicinal dose should be gradually decreased after consulting the physician. If you discontinue the medicine abruptly, you may suffer the Anti-depression discontinuation syndrome. Some people experience withdrawal side effects when discontinuing the medication;like insomnia, nausea, balance problems, flu-like symptoms, blurred vision, irritability, tingling sensations, nervousness etc. Keep a regular follow up with the physician to see any of the adverse effects you are experiencing after the withdrawal of the medicine. Do regular exercise which will help lift mood, boost energy, and manage stress, anxiety, and insomnia.