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Hi. I've taking Sertraline 50 mg once a day for more than three years now. I've been feeling quite well soon after I started taking them. Now is it safe if I stop using them without lowering the dosage?

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How can you stop using antidepressants safely?
When you decide to stop taking antidepressants, it should be done gradually and under medical supervision. So that the brain reorganizes itself by making the chemical changes that occur, which helps avoid the occurrence of withdrawal symptoms. Moreover, your doctor can prescribe some medications that  may reduce the withdrawal symptoms
How do we diagnose the withdrawal symptoms?
This is done through two methods:
1. If you develop symptoms a few days after stopping taking the medication
2. By the disappearance of symptoms immediately after re-taking the medication again
What are the causes of withdrawal symptoms?
Withdrawal symptoms occur when you suddenly stop using antidepressants because the brain does not have enough time to regulate the their substances that are secreted which are known as neurotransmitters such as serotonin and norepinephrine. Therefore stopping should be gradually
What are the withdrawal symptoms of antidepressants?
Abruptly stopping the use of antidepressants leads to the emergence of many symptoms, including:
- Feeling
- Tension and nervousness
- Depression
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Trembling hands
- Muscle spasms
- Nausea and vomiting
- Sleep disorders 
Advice:
It's recommended to see your family doctor

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