Antidepressant medications are used to treat a variety of conditions, including depression and other mental/mood disorders. These medications can help prevent suicidal thoughts/attempts and provide other important benefits. However, studies have shown that a small number of people (especially people younger than 25) who take antidepressants for any condition may experience worsening depression, other mental/mood symptoms, or...
Read moreI had written a post recently about my son's experience in taking Prozac entitled, "I'm an Aardvark and I'm Happy." Based on his good... Read more »
A few months back I posted a blog on the decrease in the use of SSRIs. There's another aspect to the problem of "in with the new, out with... Read more »
Is anyone still on Prozac? Anyone? I don't know what to make of it: the number one drug in the universe (Prozac) has now been relegated... Read more »
Please excuse me while I rant. It's 1:30am and I've given up on being able to get to sleep. I have insomnia for the third night in a... Read more »
In a previous post we explored the possible reasons for the dramatic increase in antidepressant use over the past two decades. One theory... Read more »
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Hormone TherapyThe goal of hormone therapy is to prevent estrogen from stimulating breast cancer cells. It is recommended for women whose breast... Read more »
Brand Name: Strattera Generic Name: atomoxetine hydrochloride Usage: Strattera has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration to treat... Read more »
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for BulimiaSome doctors recommend a stepped approach for patients with bulimia, which follow specific stages depending on the severity and response... Read more »
Having diabetes is not for wimps. Most patients with the disease are aware of the long-term complications: the increased risk for heart disease,... Read more »
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Selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), or the serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) venlafaxine (Effexor, generic), are the... Read more »