Antidepressants

Antidepressants

Antidepressants are medicines prescribed by a doctor to treat depression. These drugs help improve the way the brain uses certain natural chemicals. It may take several weeks to take effect. There are many types of antidepressants. Sometimes, you need to try more than one to find the one that takes a better effect.

These drugs can cause some minor side effects generally do not last long. For example: headache, nausea, sleep problems, anxiety and sexual problems. Tell your doctor if you have any side effects. You should also tell your doctor if you take other medicines, vitamins or herbal supplements.

It is important to continue taking the medicine, even if you feel better and do not stop taking them without talking to your doctor. Generally, antidepressants should be withdrawn gradually.