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...
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A new study has found that the antidepressant Celexa (citalopram) can reduce the severity of hot flashes, at least in the short term. Other studies... Read more »
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Source: First DataBank
Generic Name: FLUOXETINE - ORAL Pronounced: (flew-OX-eh-teen) Uses Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat... Read more »