antidepressant

Both Paxil (paroxetine) and Zoloft (sertraline) are commonly prescribed selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) used to treat depression and anxiety. If you’ve been prescribed one of these medications—or are trying to decide between them—it’s understandable to have questions. Below, we’ll give you a clear, honest comparison to help you understand…

Zoloft (sertraline) is an effective antidepressant for many people, but not everyone. If it’s not the right fit for you, that’s not a sign that treatment isn’t working or that you’ve failed. Finding the right medication is often part of the process. If you’re exploring Zoloft alternatives, this guide will…

Some people experience withdrawal symptoms—clinically called antidepressant discontinuation syndrome—when stopping or cutting back on their dosage of Zoloft. These symptoms can catch you off guard, leaving you wondering whether what you’re feeling is because of medication changes or your anxiety or depression returning. If you’re asking yourself, “Is this normal?”…

You’re comparing antidepressants, and the options feel overwhelming. Celexa and Zoloft are both first-choice medications for depression, but they have different FDA approvals, side effect profiles, and drug interactions that could make one a better fit for you than the other. Here’s what you need to know to have an…

Anxiety can show up in more ways than one. Emotional symptoms like fear, worry, and irritability are common, but anxiety can get physical too: sweating, tremors, and a racing heart, to name a few. Taken together, anxiety can leave you overwhelmed and make it difficult to get through the day….

When you’re managing depression or anxiety, starting a medication like Wellbutrin (medical name bupropion) can come with mixed emotions. You might feel hopeful about the potential for relief, but it’s easy to feel anxious and wonder if it will actually make a difference. It’s natural to keep tabs on how…

Prozac (fluoxetine) is a highly prescribed drug that is safe when taken as directed. Overdosing on Prozac is, however, possible. Taking too much Prozac, or combining it with certain other substances, can lead to seizures, kidney damage, and other complications. When not treated promptly, a Prozac overdose can be fatal. 

Antidepressants can help people effectively manage symptoms of depression as well as other mental health conditions. However, these individuals may, at some point, stop taking their antidepressant – for a wide variety of reasons – and if they do so abruptly, they’re at risk of developing a condition called antidepressant…