Sertraline
What is sertraline for bipolar disorder?
Sertaline is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor that is widely prescribed for both depression and anxiety.
What is the evidence for sertraline as a treatment for bipolar disorder?
Moderate to low quality evidence suggests no differences in rates of switching to mania between sertraline and bupropion or venlafaxine.
November 2021
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