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

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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.