A systematic review and meta‐analysis of prescribing practices of antidepressants in cancer patients

ConclusionsThere is considerable variation in the prescribing patterns of antidepressants across the world, with few studies reporting robust data on exact dose or follow‐up regimens. Prospective studies that monitor antidepressant prescribing, including details of reasons for prescribing and the healthcare providers involved, dose, change in dose or type of medication and follow‐up are needed to ascertain whether patients are being treated optimally and if side effects or drug–drug interactions are identified and managed. Copyright © 2016 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

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Source: Psycho-Oncology - January 17, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Saira Sanjida, Monika Janda, David Kissane, Joanne Shaw, Sallie‐Anne Pearson, Tracey DiSipio, Jeremy Couper Tags: Review Article Source Type: research