Can I restart a medication that the doctor stopped before?

29-year-old womana year ago

Can I restart a medication that the doctor stopped? I had a prescription for trintellix and the doctor there stop and change it to sertraline but I think I have side effects

0 like

0 view

Naji-tom Samaha · a year ago

Hello Mrs,

Your best solution will be to contact your pharmacist who will be in a better position to evaluate your needs and contact your doctor with a game plan, in addition to ensuring a close follow-up with you.

Sincerely,

Tom Samaha, pharmacist

0 like

Answered by

Naji-tom Samaha

Pharmacien depuis 2011, clinicien associé et tuteur de laboratoire de pratique professionnelle à l'Université de Montréal, j'ai développé un grand intérêt pour la communication en santé. Les gens recherchent plus d'informations que jamais sur Internet, ce site offre un accès innovant aux professionnels de la santé les plus accessibles du réseau, et j'y embarque sans hésitation pour aider à partager mes connaissances.

Care team

Institut national d'excellence en santé et services sociaux

The institut national d'excellence en santé et services sociaux has the mandate to promote clinical excellence and best use of healthcare and social services resources to ensure their sustainability for the population of Québec.

Looking for reliable answers?

Explore questions answered by real health professionals!

Explore publications