Depression

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Cymbalta side effects and how to avoid them

Most Cymbalta side effects are temporary, lasting only a day or two, but some side effects can last for weeks

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Can you take trazodone and Lexapro?

Mixing trazodone and Lexapro can be dangerous and may cause serious side effects

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Buspirone alternatives: What can I take instead of buspirone?

Used to treat anxiety, this generic anxiolytic doesn't work for everyone, but there are other options available

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Wellbutrin vs. Lexapro: Differences, similarities, and which is ...

Wellbutrin and Lexapro both treat depression, but they work in different ways

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Cymbalta vs. Lexapro: Differences, similarities, and which is be...

Cymbalta and Lexapro both treat depression but work differently

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Helping patients with St. John’s wort

Pharmacists should be aware of the potential benefits and risks of this supplement and prescription medications

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Escitalopram alternatives: What can I take instead of escitalopram?

Escitalopram doesn't work for everyone. Zoloft, Cymbalta, Effexor XR, Wellbutrin XL, and Remeron are some escitalopram alternatives. Get the full list here.

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How much is bupropion HCl ER XL (Wellbutrin XL) without insurance?

The generic version of Wellbutrin XL, bupropion HCl ER XL, costs $128 without insurance. Learn how to get bupropion HCl ER XL at a lower price, or find cheaper alternatives.

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Prozac generic availability, cost, and dosage

Brand-name Prozac and its generic counterpart, fluoxetine, are both prescribed for the treatment of several mental health conditions

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Lexapro generic availability, cost, and dosage

A Lexapro generic, escitalopram, is available and can substantially reduce the price of the prescription.

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Duloxetine interactions to avoid

Certain duloxetine interactions may increase the risk of side effects, including the increased risk of serotonin syndrome

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Cymbalta generic availability, cost, and dosage

Both Cymbalta and the generic version of it, duloxetine, are approved to treat depression, anxiety, and some forms of chronic pain

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Sertraline interactions to avoid

Sertraline can have significant interactions with other drugs that have serotonergic characteristics, antiplatelet medications, and medications that are metabolized via common pathways

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Escitalopram interactions to avoid

Escitalopram should not be taken with any monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), any other drugs that increase serotonin levels in your body, or pimozide

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Trazodone interactions to avoid

Trazodone interacts with various drugs, including other drugs that affect serotonin levels, blood thinners, drugs that cause central nervous system (CNS) depression, and others

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Amitriptyline interactions to avoid

Because amitriptyline raises serotonin levels, it may interact with other medications that affect serotonin

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How much is amitriptyline without insurance?

The generic version of Elavil, amitriptyline, costs $27 without insurance. Learn how to get amitriptyline at a lower price, or find cheaper alternatives.

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Zoloft side effects in women

See what to expect when taking this antidepressant medication

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Fluoxetine interactions to avoid

Fluoxetine can interact with prescription medications used for pain, seizures, infections, and other behavioral disorders

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Citalopram interactions to avoid

Taking citalopram along with drugs that thin the blood may increase the risk of bleeding

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Mirtazapine interactions to avoid

Mirtazapine is prescribed to treat depression but can interact with various drugs and classes of drugs

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Lamictal for depression

There are side effects, drug interactions, and other concerns to be aware of when considering Lamictal for depression

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Latuda generic availability, cost, and dosage

Lurasidone, the generic version of Latuda, is just as effective but generally less expensive

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How long does it take for trazodone to work?

For depression, trazodone typically begins working within a week

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How long does it take Latuda to work for bipolar depression?

Learn about Latuda and generic lurasidone for bipolar depression

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Rexulti generic availability, cost & more

Brexpiprazole is the active ingredient in Rexulti, but it isn’t yet available as a generic alternative

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Wellbutrin and Vyvanse: Can you take them together?

Under a doctor's guidance, people can use Wellbutrin and Vyvanse together to safely manage their symptoms of depression and ADHD

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Do trazodone and alcohol mix?

The combination can increase risks of severe drowsiness and dizziness

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How to save on Vraylar: Patient assistance & more

The Vraylar patient assistance program is for uninsured patients, while the Vraylar copay card is for commercially insured patients

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Latuda withdrawal: What happens when you stop taking Latuda?

Learn how to avoid potential side effects that could occur when discontinuing Latuda