The SSRI-Anticoagulant Interaction: Evidence-Based Prescribing Strategies
Thu Feb 05 2026
In this episode, we explore a critical drug interaction: SSRIs combined with anticoagulants increase major bleeding risk by 35-47%. Should age and sex change our prescribing decisions? We break down the evidence from nearly 100,000 patients and discuss safer antidepressant alternatives for high-risk individuals.
Faculty: Paul Zarkowski, M.D.
Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.
Learn more about our membership here Earn 0.75 CME: Quick Take Vol. 77 Do SSRIs Increase Major Bleeding Risk with Oral Anticoagulants?
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In this episode, we explore a critical drug interaction: SSRIs combined with anticoagulants increase major bleeding risk by 35-47%. Should age and sex change our prescribing decisions? We break down the evidence from nearly 100,000 patients and discuss safer antidepressant alternatives for high-risk individuals. Faculty: Paul Zarkowski, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D. Learn more about our membership here Earn 0.75 CME: Quick Take Vol. 77 Do SSRIs Increase Major Bleeding Risk with Oral Anticoagulants?