Which antidepressants are available in lactose-free formulations?

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Publisher: North West Medicines Information Centre

Keywords: Lactose; Lactose Intolerance; Antidepressants; Excipients;

Date published: 04/12/2008 00:17

Expires on: 03/12/2010 00:00

Summary

by: Chris Proudlove

Ingestion of lactose may cause gastrointestinal symptoms in adults with lactose intolerance

For patients with severe lactose intolerance, the lactose content of medications should be determined before prescribing - see Medicines Q&A 131: “What factors need to be considered when prescribing for lactose intolerant adults?”

This Medicines Q&A lists antidepressant preparations that do not contain lactose.

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Category: 4.3 Antidepressant drugs | Drug Excipients | FAQs

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