Abstract
Treatment with the newer generation antidepressants is considered generally effective for most patients with major depressive disorder when taken in accordance with treatment guidelines. However, multiple clinical studies have demonstrated that rates of patient adherence to antidepressants are inadequate, specifically with regard to long-term maintenance treatment. Tolerability issues associated with antidepressants can increase the risk for patient nonadherence and result in subsequent relapse of depressive symptoms. Comorbid symptoms of anxiety also influence psychiatrists' choice of antidepressants for patients with depression. Physicians can improve long-term patient outcomes for patients with major depressive disorder by considering the possibility of drug-drug interactions before prescribing a specific antidepressant.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 15-19 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | CNS Spectrums |
Volume | 14 |
Issue number | 12 Suppl 12 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Dec 2009 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Clinical Neurology
- Psychiatry and Mental health