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Antidepressants and Drug Treatment Guidelines

Major Classes of Antidepressants and General Treatment Guidelines

Major classes of antidepressants include:

Selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). These have become the standard antidepressants. They target the brain chemical (neurotransmitter) serotonin. They are effective and have very moderate side effects. Some may be beneficial in treating anxiety and certain subtypes of depressive disorders unresponsive to previous drugs, including preme...

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Expert & Community Posts

Allergies, Cold, Sinusitis, Flu -- Which Is It?

By Kathleen MacNaughton , Health Expert

...indoors more, socializing with more people through the holidays, inclement weather, new food,... Read more »

Psychological Distress Increases Acid Reflux Severity

By Tracy Davenport , Health Expert

As the holidays get closer, most would agree that stress levels for some people increase. There... Read more »

Experiencing the Joy of the Season Amidst Holiday Grief

By Eric J. Hall , Health Expert

...time of year, you can't escape the spirit of the holidays. Whether it's the tinsel and ornaments... Read more »

Dr. Eisner Answers Your IBD Questions

By Todd Eisner , Health Expert

...How do I avoid getting a colitis attack during the holiday season? Many conditions can... Read more »

Being Grateful, Despite Food Allergies, On Thanksgiving

By Gina Clowes , Health Expert

...counts. I bring this up because the food-centered holiday season, with Thanksgiving topping... Read more »

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Health Guide

Stay Active During the Holidays with These Heart Health Tips

With the hustle and bustle of the holidays, the tempting treats and party food, and the general disruption to our normal routine, many people feel that weight gain is inevitable for them over the... Read more »

Peptic Ulcers: Lifestyle Changes

...gastric) ulcers in men. In this study, exercise appeared to have no effect on ulcer development in women.Stress ReliefStress relief programs have not been shown to promote ulcer healing, but they... Read more »

Migraine Issues: How is migraine treated?

Migraine headache is treated by migraine prevention strategies and symptom alleviation. Many migraine sufferers rely on both preventive and abortive medications to stop the headache process. ... Read more »

Stress Test: When are Stress Tests Necessary?

A stress test is an objective way of determining your exertional capacity. It can be used for many reasons. By far the most common use is to assess the cause for a patient complaint such as chest... Read more »

Congestive Heart Failure Patient Guide

Overview Congestive heart failure (CHF) is the result of abnormal and depressed function of the heart for any reason. The most common presentations of this syndrome are the development of shortness... Read more »

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