An important review which finds that we are overprescribing potentially harmful drugs and that people are far too often left on drugs with no proper review.
theguardian.com/society/2021/s…, via @guardian
theguardian.com/society/2021/s…, via @guardian
If you are called in for a review of your #antidepressants, #antipsychotics, #benzodiazepines or #opioid pain meds, it is very important that your prescriber works with you to reduce slowly and safely. Mishandled withdrawal can have lifelong consequences. @sajidjavid
Don’t assume that standard withdrawal advice is safe, it often isn’t. Learn from others experiences, use liquid forms or tapering strips to allow your body chance to acclimate to the change, especially at low doses. If you feel unwell after reducing, it’s withdrawal not relapse.
Peer and lived experience withdrawal guides are often more carefully considered and safer to use than standard advice given by professionals. There are many reliable sites to look at including @_innercompass @SurvivingADs and @Mad_In_America madinamerica.com/drugs-withdraw…
The end of psychotropic drug treatment is more important than the initiation, yet often it is paid little attention. To do the best thing for your future health and wellbeing, please stop slowly and safely, working with your prescriber so they understand your needs. #MedTwitter
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