Depression

Question 1

What causes depression?

Answer 1

Insufficient amounts of neurotransmitters

Question 2

What are SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors)?

Answer 2

Mainly used to treat depression however can be used to treat ODD or PTSD.

Question 3

What is the dosage of SSRIs?

Answer 3

It comes in tablet form and the lowest dose is 2 to 4 weeks.

Question 4

What are the side effects of SSRIs?

Answer 4

Feeling agitated and having diarrhoea

Question 5

What is an example of SSRIs?

Answer 5

Citalopram

Question 6

What is Citalopram?

Answer 6

Used to treat low moods and sometimes panic attacks

Question 7

How long does it take for Citalopram to work?

Answer 7

4-6 weeks

Question 8

What are the side effects of Citalopram?

Answer 8

dry mouth and feeling tired

Question 9

What are tricyclics?

Answer 9

An older type of antidepressant

Question 10

Why aren’t Tricyclics recommended anymore?

Answer 10

They are more dangerous when an overdose is taken

Question 11

What is the dose of Tricyclics?

Answer 11

50mg to 100mg a day

Question 12

What are the side effects of Tricyclics?

Answer 12

Constipation, difficulty peeing and dry mouth