"Seroxat should not be stopped suddenly" - clear advice from MHRA June 2003

Seroxat should not be stopped suddenly because of the risk of withdrawal reactions.
The dose should be reduced very gradually, using half tablets, and then alternating
days, if necessary. If the dose is not tapered, there is a greater chance of experiencing
side effects. For the majority of people, symptoms go away on their own within 2
weeks. If side effects are intolerable on dose reduction or stopping, the dose should be
increased and subsequently reduced more gradually.
 
 
http://www.mhra.gov.uk/home/groups/pl-p/documents/websiteresources/con019507.pdf
 
 
source - MESSAGE FROM PROFESSOR G DUFF, CHAIRMAN OF COMMITTEE ON SAFETY OF MEDICINES

10 June 2003