Which Anti Depression Medication Is Best For Me?

Posted 03-13-2009 8:02 pm by
In this new age of magic bullets, Anti Depression Medication is being prescribed at record rates, but which one (if any) is right for you personally?

The only way to know for sure is to consult with a certified medical physician similar to those found here on this website but clicking on the ‘Request a Consultation’.  With the ease of our online depression consultations, you can obtain the medicine you need to live a happier and more stable life.  Below is an overview of many of the popular choices available to you that you may want to further discuss with one of our physicians during your online depression consultation.

It seems there are as many anti depression medication remedies as there are mental conditions, which makes consulting with a doctor even more important. Each of the following anti depression medication regiments was specifically designed for unique mental conditions and should only be taken after in-depth consultation with a physician.

There are essentially three classifications of Anti Depression Medication available, including:

• Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
• Tricyclic antidepressants (Tricyclics)
• Others including MAIOs

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
SSRIs are a collection of anti depressant medication that act on the neurotransmitter Serotonin and consist of drugs such as Escitalopram, commonly known as Lexapro, Citalopram, commonly known as Celexa, Fluoxetine or Prozac, Paroxetine or Paxil and Sertraline, with a brand name of  Zoloft.

Tricyclic antidepressants (Tricyclics)
The Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors above only act on the neurotransmitter Serotonin, while this classification of drugs (as well as MAO inhibitors) act on Serotonin and Norepinephrine, another neurotransmitter.  This classification of anti depression medication may also interact with other chemicals found throughout the body. Elavil, Norpramin, Tofranil, Aventyl, and Pamelor are examples of brand name Tricyclic antidepressants.

Other Anti Depression Medication
Other antidepressants commonly used include Venlafaxine, Nefazadone, Bupropion, Mirtazapine, Trazodone and Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs).. Common side effects of Venlafaxine, also known as Effexor and others include loss of appetite and nausea, nervousness and anxiety, insomnia, headache and tiredness. Side effects that may also present include weight loss, dry mouth, constipation, increased blood pressure, sexual problems, increased cholesterol levels and increased heart rate.

With these types of nuisances and side effects, we are sure you can see why it is so important to get a professional physician’s perspective and prescription prior to taking this type of anti depression medication.  Get your professional physician’s perspective and prescription today by clicking on the “Request a Consultation” Button above. With your online depression consultation, you will be certain to obtain the right medication to meet your needs.

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