Table 1.
Summary of drug data
| Recommendations* | Drug | Starting dose per day (mg) | Total dose per day (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) | |||
| 1 | Sertraline | 50 | 50 to 150 |
| 2 | Fluoxetine | 10 | 10 to 60 |
| 3 | Citalopram | 20 | 20 to 40 |
| 4 | Escitalopram | 10 | 10 to 20 |
| Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRI) | |||
| 5 | Venlafaxine | 37.5 to 75 | 75 to 225 |
| 6 | Duloxetine | 20 to 30 | 20 to 60 |
| Atypical antidepressants | |||
| 7 | Mirtazapine | 15 | 15 to 30 |
| 8 | Bupropion | 75 | 150 to 300 |
*The authors have ordered these drugs from the most recommended (1) to the least recommended (8)