Inhoudsopgave
Wie krijgt antidepressiva?
Antidepressiva zijn medicijnen die kunnen helpen bij een depressie of angststoornis, vooral bij ernstige klachten. U merkt pas na 4 tot 6 weken of de medicijnen bij u goed werken. U kunt al wel eerder bijwerkingen krijgen, zoals slaperigheid en duizeligheid. Sommige mensen worden eerst tijdelijk meer somber of angstig.
Hoe lang duurt het voor SSRI werkt?
Het antidepressieve effect is meestal pas na 2–4 weken merkbaar. De paniek- en angstreducerende werking staat los van het antidepressieve effect. De antipaniek- en antiangst-werking van deze antidepressiva treedt pas na vier weken in; bij sommige angststoornissen, zoals de sociale fobie, nog later: tot 8–12 weken.
What are SSRIs used for?
MT: Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors, or SSRIs, are medications that amplify the neurotransmitter serotonin (5-HT) in the brain with the hope of alleviating symptoms of depression and anxiety. They are traditionally a first-line choice for doctors to prescribe for these symptoms, based on their safety and efficacy profile.
How do SSRIs affect serotonin?
Serotonin is one of the chemical messengers (neurotransmitters) that carry signals between brain nerve cells (neurons). SSRIs block the reabsorption (reuptake) of serotonin into neurons. This makes more serotonin available to improve transmission of messages between neurons.
What are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)?
SSRIs are called selective because they mainly affect serotonin, not other neurotransmitters. SSRIs may also be used to treat conditions other than depression, such as anxiety disorders. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved these SSRIs to treat depression:
What are the possible side effects of SSRIs?
Possible side effects of SSRIs may include, among others: Sexual problems, such as reduced sexual desire, difficulty reaching orgasm or inability to maintain an erection (erectile dysfunction) Taking your medication with food may reduce the risk of nausea.