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Originally Posted by Syndrome
Didn't take my SSRI medication for two days and started to experience withdrawal systems. So much for the claims made decades ago that this type of medication is not addictive! All good now.
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Hey Syndrome,
I had no idea what SSR's are/were, so I did a bit of research. Whilst doing so, I came across this info:
Stopping treatment with SSRIs
SSRIs aren't addictive. However, stopping antidepressant treatment abruptly or missing several doses can cause withdrawal-like symptoms. This is sometimes called discontinuation syndrome. Work with your doctor to gradually and safely decrease your dose.
Withdrawal-like symptoms can include:
General feeling of uneasiness
Nausea
Dizziness
Lethargy
Flu-like symptoms
So, not addictive, per se, but you can experience addictive-like withdrawal symptoms (not sure how that makes it any different?).
Found that
here, if you're interested.
All the best, mate.
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