Tag: SSRIs

Mental Health Medications in Pregnancy: What You Need to Know About Shared Decision-Making

24 January 2026 Shaun Franks

Learn how shared decision-making helps pregnant women choose mental health medications safely, balancing risks of untreated illness against medication effects on the baby. Evidence-based, real-world guidance.

Bleeding Risk from SSRIs: How Platelet Dysfunction Increases Bleeding Danger

15 December 2025 Shaun Franks

SSRIs can increase bleeding risk by reducing platelet serotonin, leading to impaired clotting. Paroxetine poses the highest risk, while sertraline is safer. Know the signs, avoid NSAIDs, and talk to your doctor before surgery.

Tag: SSRIs

Mental Health Medications in Pregnancy: What You Need to Know About Shared Decision-Making

Bleeding Risk from SSRIs: How Platelet Dysfunction Increases Bleeding Danger

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