What are the withdrawal effects of antidepressants? A new review explores the issue

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A large review of the side effects of antidepressant withdrawal symptoms looked at data involving 17,828 participants. Source: Moment RF / d3sign/Getty Images

A large systematic review has been released looking at antidepressant withdrawal symptoms. The meta-analysis examined the findings of 50 randomised controlled trials, involving 17,828 participants. The average age of the participants was 44, and 70 per cent were female. Health professionals in Australia say the review provides useful insights, and there is room for further research in this area.


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