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Antidepressants
An antidepressant is a drug used to treat depression and dysthymia. Antidepressants are controversially used to treat other conditions such as obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorder, chronic pain and eating disorder.
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Can you take Wellbutrin and Zoloft together?
You can, but they can interact with the same enzyme in the liver, so typically, we will start the Strattera at a lower dose than someone who is not on Zoloft (or any of the other SSRIs).
Hope this helps!
Dr. B.
Can you take Kudzu with Zoloft?
No, kudzu cannot be taken with librium, without a doctor's analysis and approval. The woody plant in question (Pueraria lobata) functions as an herbal dietary supplement to reduce alcoholic cravings in traditional Chinese medical practitioners. Its use must be monitored since it tends to be reactive with many medicines, especially blood thinners, diabetes medications, estrogens and methotrexate.
Can taking Zoloft cause you to get too much serotonin?
Yes it can cause a rare but serious syndrome that can be fatal.
What happens if you overdose on Effexor?
Any medication can kill you if you take too much. Take your medication exactly as your doctor has prescribed. If you are feeling suicidal please call the prevention hotline at 800-273-8255
Can you lose weight on Effexor?
Effexor (venlafaxine) is an antidepressant that can have varying effects on weight. Some individuals may experience weight loss as a side effect, particularly in the early stages of treatment, while others may gain weight over time. Overall, weight changes can differ based on individual responses to the medication, lifestyle factors, and dosage. It's important to discuss any concerns about weight changes with a healthcare provider.
How do antidepressants prescribed to treat premenstrual syndrome work?
The most effective of these include sertraline (Zoloft), fluoxetine (Prozac), and paroxetine (Paxil).
Can you take Panadol and Zoloft?
As far as I understand, yes you can. You cannot take clotting medications or MAOI's whilst taking Zoloft.
"Do not take Zoloft together with pimozide (Orap), or a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam), or tranylcypromine (Parnate). You must wait at least 14 days after stopping an MAOI before you can take Zoloft. After you stop taking Zoloft, you must wait at least 14 days before you start taking an MAOI."**
**http://www.drugs.com/zoloft.html
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Can you take cold medicine with Effexor?
As far as for a cough, anything containing dextromethorphan should not be combined with Effexor unless under immediate supervision of a MD.
Some cold medicine should be avoided too because they increase blood pressure, and depending on your Effexor dosage, you might have increased blood pressure.
Why have I gained weight on Lexapro?
While some people gain weight after starting an antidepressant, the antidepressant isn't always a direct cause. There are many factors that can work together to contribute to weight gain during antidepressant therapy. For example:
- Overeating as a result of depression can cause weight gain.
- Some people lose weight as part of their depression. In turn, an improved appetite associated with improved mood may result in increased weight.
- Adults generally tend to gain weight each year, regardless of the medications they take. Getting regular exercise and watching what you eat will help you maintain a healthy weight whether you take an antidepressant or not.
If you gain weight after starting an antidepressant, discuss your concerns with your doctor. If your antidepressant seems to be the culprit, it may help to adjust the dose or switch medications.
Is Chantix varenicline an anti-depressant?
Here is how varenicline works in smoking cessation: nicotine activates the dopamine reward pathway (by acting on nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in your body) which leads to the pleasurable sensations and dependence associated with smoking. However, this pathway is only transiently activated by nicotine, and as nicotine levels begin to wane, users begin to experience withdrawal symptoms. Varenicline's partial agonist actions at the nicotinic acetylcholine receptor is believed to reduce withdrawal symptoms and craving in addition to preventing the reward effects of nicotine.
Can Lexapro be taken long term?
My best friend is a doctor, and says yes, it can be taken indefinitely. However, I have been taking 20mg for four years now, and don't know how advisable it would be to take it forever. I tried tapering off it two years ago with really ugly effects, and had to begin taking it again just to function. I now feel that it is no longer working as it once did, and frankly my life has evolved to a point where I no longer feel I need it. I am going to make the informed choice to withdraw from it entirely this year, but first will seek the guidance of a psychiatrist who is sensitive to the withdrawal of this specific drug. Most G.P.'s and internists frankly are not.
What will happen if you take a Lexapro 20 mg?
Nothing other than you'll be jittery.
If you're seeking attention...see a shrink.
What are the effects of combining Wellbutrin with seroquel?
Yes you can. I take 400 mg seroquel and 300 mg bupropion daily and I feel fine. However, both medications lower the threshold for seizures. When you take them together, this means that the chance that you will have an epileptic seizure will be bigger. Be careful with alcohol.
How do you stop safely taking Wellbutrin?
Talk to your doctor about tapering off slowly so that your symptoms don't return in a rush.
Is weed a good antidepressant?
There is no consensus on this subject. Some medical experts argue that marijuana can be used to treat depression, while others argue that it can worsen depression. More research needs to be conducted.
What is a antidepressant that is used for smoking?
Wellbutrin (buproprion) can be used to help people suffering from affective illness and has been shown to help with smoking cessation.
Can you take remeron and Lexapro together?
No, it is not. These drugs have a serious or major drug interaction and should not be taken together.
Your risk of seizures increases tenfold when you combine these two medicines. If your doctor feels you need this combination, you must be carefully monitored. The doctor must start out with a very low dosage and increase it in tiny amounts.
Can you take vitamins while taking Effexor XR?
Yes, there is no problem in taking vitamins (calcium, iron, vit B, vit D, vit C, etc...) while taking Effexor. Even if these are taken at the same time.
Can antidepressant drugs cause infertility in men?
Many antidepressants have a side effect that can make a man "impotent", meaning that he will be unable to get an erection or at best, an incomplete erection, and some using antidepressants can get an erection but cannot achieve orgasm. If that's occurring with you or someone you know, talk with your doctor and get changed to a different antidepressant.
The standard dosage for Prozac is 20mgs. Your doctor may adjust this according to different factors.
