The Pharmacist's Role in Safe Discontinuation of Antidepressants

Tapering antidepressants requires careful planning to minimize withdrawal symptoms and ensure patient safety. This episode provides pharmacists with a brief update on antidepressant therapies and essential education on tapering, including recognizing withdrawal risks, adjusting schedules, and counseling patients effectively. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and enhance your skills in supporting patients through their mental health treatment journey. HOST Joshua Davis Kinsey, PharmD VP, Education CEimpact GUEST Sara Grady, PharmD, BCPS, BCPP Professor, Clinical Pharmacist Drake University Broadlawns Medical Center Pharmacist Members, REDEEM YOUR CPE HERE! Not a member? Get a Pharmacist Membership & earn CE for GameChangers Podcast episodes! (30 mins/episode) CPE INFORMATION Learning Objectives Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to: 1. Describe the mechanisms of action of antidepressant therapies and their implications for patient care. 2. Explain best practices for tapering antidepressants, including recognizing withdrawal risks and providing effective patient counseling. 0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr UAN: 0107-0000-25-075-H01-P Initial release date: 3/24/2025 Expiration date: 3/24/2026 Additional CPE details can be found here. Follow CEimpact on Social Media: LinkedIn Instagram