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 Antidepressants? Anti depresants is a common misspelling of antidepressants.
 
Although most antidepressants are primarily used for treating depression, some are also approved for treating conditions completely unrelated to depression. There are several types of antidepressants to choose from, including SSRIs, SNRIs, MAOIs, and tricyclic antidepressants. Most of these drugs work by increasing certain brain chemicals. Some of the side effects that have been reported with antidepressants include appetite changes, sexual problems, and sleep changes.
 
(Click Antidepressants for more information on what types of antidepressants are currently available, how these medications work, and what you should be aware of before starting treatment.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;