MHRA publish DSU on Antidepressants and safety communication materials

10 November 2026 (Last updated: 10 Nov 2026 17:29)

The MHRA has published a Drug Safety Update, Public Assessment Report and updated webpage guidance on “Antidepressants: new safety measures for all patients to improve communication of the risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviours and persistent sexual dysfunction.”

• Drug Safety Update: Antidepressants: new safety measures for all patients to improve communication of the risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviours and persistent sexual dysfunction - GOV.UK
• PAR: Antidepressants – updated safety communications - GOV.UK
• Webpage guidance: Antidepressants: use and safety - GOV.UK
• Press release: MHRA introduces new safeguards to strengthen antidepressant safety information following major review - GOV.UK