Zoloft, Paxil, Luvox and Prozac are currently used by more than five million Americans. If you suffer from depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety, or an eating disorder, these drugs, known as Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs), may bring relief. First prescribed as antidepressants, the SSRIs are now used to treat a wide range of ailments, including anxiety, pain, obesity, migraines, and stroke. But the drugs are not identical--and how do you determine which is right for you? In Zoloft, Paxil, Luvox and Prozac you'll learn the differences between the drugs and how to work with your physician to identify the best SSRI for you.
This easy-to-use guide answers all your questions--
- Which of these drugs is most effective in treating depression?
- How do I know if I'm depressed,l or just "feeling blue?"
- What kind of disorders, other than depression, respond to these medications?
- How does my doctor determine which of these drugs to prescribe?
- How do these drugs interact with other medications?
- How long does it take for an antidepressant to take effect?
- What are the symptoms of depression in children?
- Can children take SSRIs?
- And Much More!
