Ssris And Dopamine Receptors
Selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) such as Paxil, Prozac, and Zoloft have been the darlings of the antidepressant market for years. New triple reuptake inhibitors (TRIs), which act on serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine, may replace SSRIs as the drug of choice.
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From Our Experts
Hey, Where'd all the SSRIs go?
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Are SSRIs Associated With Decreases in Bone Density?
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Chantix, Psychiatric Risks and the FDA
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New Study: SSRIs Linked to Fewer Suicide Attempts in Adults
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Despite controversy, some doctors insist SSRIs help prevent su...
Amid warnings about Paxil and other selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and their link to increased suicide risk, some doctors are... Read more »
Despite controversy, some doctors insist SSRIs help prevent su...
Amid warnings about Paxil and other selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and their link to increased suicide risk, some doctors are... Read more »
Trauma survivors find relief with SSRIs
A review of data from 35 controlled trials shows a marked benefit from SSRIs for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) sufferers. Patients taking... Read more »
SSRIs more likely than other antidepressants to cause suicide ...
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