Discontinuation of which of the following drugs can result in anxiety and insomnia?
Ans. (A) Venlafaxine(Ref: KDT 8th/489)All antidepressants including SSRIs and SNRIs can result in discontinuation syndrome. The symptoms of withdrawal include dizziness, headache, nervousness, nausea and insomnia.This withdrawal is more intense with paroxetine and venlafaxine because these are relatively short acting.
Venlafaxine
Imipramine
Valproate
Olanzapine
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