Rebound effect

De rebound effect, dem sanso know as de rebound phenomenon, dey refer to de re-emergence of symptoms wey na previously be absent anaa controlled while on medication, wich dey occur wen de medication be discontinued anaa de dosage be reduced. In cases of re-emergence, de symptoms often be more severe dan dem be before treatment.

Examples

Sedative hypnotics
Stimulants
Antidepressants
Chaw antidepressants, wey dey include SSRIs, fi cause rebound depression, panic attacks, anxiety, den insomnia wen discontinued.

Antipsychotics

Sudden den severe emergence anaa re-emergence of psychosis fi appear wen antipsychotics be switched anaa discontinued too rapidly.

Alpha-2 adrenergic agents
Rebound hypertension, above pre-treatment level, na dem observe after clonidine den guanfacine discontinuation.

Continuous usage of topical decongestants (nasal sprays) fi lead to constant nasal congestion, dem know as rhinitis medicamentosa.

Humanized antibodies
Oda medications

 References 

Category:Clinical pharmacology
Category:Psychiatric diagnosis