How to manage patients with increased bruising on a serotonin reuptake inhibitor

This article was first published on July 29, 2021. It was last reviewed/ updated on August 1, 2023. Question from a Member: I have a patient who developed significant bruising on sertraline…She has had significant benefit from sertraline. If the antidepressant can be changed 1.  Is a serotonergic antidepressant really essential? If bupropion can be used, that…