A note on our medication information
The YoungMinds website only provides general information about medication. It does not provide medical advice.
In putting together information about mental health medication for this website, we have made every effort to ensure that the information is reliable and accurate. All content has been reviewed by the College of Mental Health Pharmacy in 2024. But we cannot guarantee this information is fully up-to-date or that it's suitable for you or any individual person's circumstances.
The information on this website does not replace advice obtained from a qualified healthcare professional, like a doctor or psychiatrist. You should consult a qualified healthcare professional before acting on any of the information about mental health medication you read on this site. This is because everyone reacts differently to medication.
Always seek medical advice before acting on information about mental health medication on this website.
We have taken care to ensure our information is true and accurate, and we have taken information from reputable third party sources. However, we have not carried out any research into the nature and effect of the products themselves.
To the extent permitted by law, YoungMinds excludes all conditions, warranties, representations or other terms which may apply to this website, whether express or implied.
YoungMinds will not be liable to any user for any loss or damage, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), breach of statutory duty, or otherwise, even if foreseeable, arising under or in connection with:
- use of, or inability to use, this website; or
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The material on the website has been adapted and re-written by us. The original publishers and authors are not responsible for any of the adaptation or re-writing.
References
Further reading
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Medicines.org.uk
Search this site to find patient information leaflets and prescribing information. Tablets and liquids are listed separately. The Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) lists all the inactive ingredients in the product so you can check against any allergies. If you are still unsure about this then speak to your pharmacist.
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British National Formulary (BNF)
Information no longer available for public access via the web. Download the app for information on a comprehensive list of medications.
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Choice and Medication
An independent source of information on mental health conditions and their medicines with easy-to-read fact sheets.
Personal subscriptions to download the app available for £1 per month (with proportionate discounts for longer periods) but your local mental health Trust may subscribe and provide information sheets for free.
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World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Prohibited List
A list of drugs and medicines prohibited in sport by the World Anti-Doping Agency.
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Best Use of Medicines in Pregnancy (BUMPS)
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Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed)
