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 Antidepressants? Antidepresants is a common misspelling of antidepressants.
 
Antidepressants are prescription drugs that are used for the treatment of depression. Most of these medications work to reduce depression symptoms by increasing certain brain chemicals. There are several different types of antidepressants available, including MAOIs, SSRIs, SNRIs, and tricyclic antidepressants. Before you start any antidepressant, it is important to tell your healthcare provider if you have bipolar disorder, any chronic conditions, or any allergies.
 
(Click Antidepressants to learn more about various types of antidepressants and to find out how these medications work, what potential side effects may occur, and what you should be aware of before starting an antidepressant.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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