Depression Articles A-Z

Acupuncture and Depression

Acupuncture may be useful as a complementary treatment for depression. This eMedTV Web page gives an overview of acupuncture and depression, noting in particular that acupuncture shouldn't be used in place of conventional treatment options.

Alcohol and Effexor

As this eMedTV article explains, if you choose to drink while taking Effexor, you should drink light-to-moderate amounts. This page further explores Effexor and alcohol, including what the research says about the safety of combining the two.

Alcohol and Lexapro

This eMedTV segment explains that if a person decides to drink alcohol while on Lexapro, he or she should drink moderately -- one drink daily for women and two drinks daily for men. This page provides some general guidelines about alcohol and Lexapro.

Alcohol and Paxil CR

If you choose to drink alcohol while on Paxil CR, you should drink only moderate amounts. This eMedTV article discusses alcohol and Paxil CR in more detail, including precautions to be aware of and a definition of what is considered moderate drinking.

Alcohol and Prozac

As this eMedTV article explains, Prozac (fluoxetine) may intensify the effects of alcohol, so if you choose to drink while on Prozac, it's important to do so in moderation. This Web page offers an in-depth look at alcohol and Prozac.

Alcohol and Trazodone

Alcohol and trazodone may potentially be a dangerous combination. This eMedTV page explains when it is okay to drink while taking the drug, defines "moderate drinking," and discusses the importance of communicating with your healthcare provider.

Alcohol and Zoloft

As this eMedTV page explains, alcohol and Zoloft act upon similar chemicals in the brain; Zoloft can intensify the effects of alcohol. This article covers this topic in detail, including cautions you should take if you choose to drink while on Zoloft.

Amatriptaline

Amitriptyline is a prescription drug used for the treatment of depression. This eMedTV page offers a more in-depth look at amitriptyline and its uses, effects, and possible side effects. Amatriptaline is a common misspelling of amitriptyline.

Amitriptaline

This eMedTV page offers an overview of amitriptyline, a prescription drug used to treat depression. This page also covers some general precautions to be aware of before using the medication. Amitriptaline is a common misspelling of amitriptyline.

Amitriptilin

Amitriptyline is a drug that can be prescribed to help relieve symptoms of depression. This eMedTV article explores how the medication works and discusses other possible amitriptyline uses. Amitriptilin is a common misspelling of amitriptyline.

Amitriptiline

Amitriptyline is a prescribed drug licensed to treat depression. This selection from the eMedTV Web site describes amitriptyline in more detail and offers general precautions for taking the drug. Amitriptiline is a common misspelling of amitriptyline.

Amitriptilyne

This eMedTV page covers amitriptyline, a prescription drug used to treat depression. This page discusses when and how to take amitriptyline, as well as its side effects and available strengths. Amitriptilyne is a common misspelling of amitriptyline.

Amitriptline

As a tricyclic antidepressant, amitriptyline may help relieve symptoms of depression. This eMedTV resource provides an overview of amitriptyline and describes some of its possible side effects. Amitriptline is a common misspelling of amitriptyline.

Amitriptoline

Amitriptyline is a prescription medication approved for treating symptoms of depression. This eMedTV page covers other amitriptyline uses and lists side effects that may occur during treatment. Amitriptoline is a common misspelling of amitriptyline.

Amitriptylene

A healthcare provider may prescribe amitriptyline to treat depression. This eMedTV Web page offers a brief description of amitriptyline and explains what to tell your doctor before taking it. Amitriptylene is a common misspelling of amitriptyline.

Amitriptylin

Amitriptyline is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of depression. This eMedTV page takes a brief look at amitriptyline and provides a link to more detailed information on the drug. Amitriptylin is a common misspelling of amitriptyline.

Amitriptyline

Amitriptyline is a prescription medication used to treat depression. This eMedTV article offers an in-depth look at amitriptyline, including information on the drug's possible side effects, available strengths, and overdose symptoms.

Amitriptyline 10 Mg Tablets

As this eMedTV article explains, certain groups of people start with 10-mg amitriptyline tablets when using this product for depression. This page also lists a couple of factors that affect the amount prescribed and offers important safety tips.

Amitriptyline 100 Mg

If you have depression, your healthcare provider may recommend once-daily dosing with 100-mg amitriptyline. This eMedTV article briefly explains the dosing guidelines for this antidepressant, including a link to more detailed information.

Amitriptyline 150 Mg

As explained in this eMedTV page, the maximum amitriptyline dose for most people is 150 mg total daily. This article offers some basic dosing guidelines for amitriptyline and includes a link to more detailed information on how to take this medicine.

Amitriptyline 25 Mg Tablets

This page from the eMedTV archives explains when 25-mg amitriptyline tablets are used, why certain people need to start with this low dose, and why it is important to be patient when first starting treatment with this antidepressant medication.

Amitriptyline 50 Mg Tablets

As this eMedTV page explains, people can start with the 50-mg strength of amitriptyline tablets; however, various factors will determine the amount actually prescribed. This page takes a brief look at dosing for this drug and links to more information.

Amitriptyline 75 Mg

This eMedTV resource explains that most people start with the 75-mg amitriptyline strength; however, several different factors affect the amount prescribed. This segment also includes a link to more in-depth information on dosing for this product.

Amitriptyline and Hair Loss

It isn't known whether there is a relationship between amitriptyline and hair loss. But as this portion of the eMedTV archives explains, you should talk with your healthcare provider if you do experience hair loss while taking amitriptyline.

Amitriptyline and Pregnancy

If you're on amitriptyline and pregnancy occurs, tell your doctor. As this eMedTV page explains, the drug caused birth defects in animal studies; and there have also been a few reports of birth defects in the babies of women who took it while pregnant.

Amitriptyline and Sex Drive

As this eMedTV page explains, amitriptyline is known to cause a decrease in sex drive. This eMedTV article contains more information about this topic and explains what your doctor may recommend if you are using this drug and notice sexual side effects.

Amitriptyline and Suicide

It's difficult to know for sure if there's a link between using amitriptyline and suicide. This eMedTV page lists possible signs of suicidal behavior to report to your healthcare provider right away (such as thoughts about death or committing suicide).

Amitriptyline and Weight Gain

As this section of the eMedTV library explains, it's difficult to tell whether there's a relationship between amitriptyline and weight gain. If you do notice weight during treatment with amitriptyline, you should talk with your healthcare provider.

Amitriptyline Antidepressant

This selection from the eMedTV archives offers a brief look at amitriptyline, an antidepressant approved for use in people age 12 and older. This segment describes how this drug may work, other conditions it can treat, and possible side effects.

Amitriptyline Dangers

Most people are able to take amitriptyline safely and effectively. However, as explained in this eMedTV article, it is not suitable for everyone. This resource takes a closer look at the potential dangers of amitriptyline.

Amitriptyline Dosage

This eMedTV segment explains that the starting amitriptyline dosage for people with depression is 75 mg daily, divided into smaller doses, or 50 mg to 100 mg once daily at bedtime. This page also covers some tips for taking your amitriptyline dose.

Amitriptyline Drug Information

This page on the eMedTV site provides important information on amitriptyline, a drug used to treat depression. This article includes details on when and how to take it, what to tell your healthcare provider before he or she prescribes it, and more.

Amitriptyline Drug Interactions

This eMedTV resource explores how amitriptyline drug interactions can raise the risk of side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, or suicidal thoughts. Barbiturates and alcohol are among the drugs that can potentially interact with amitriptyline.

Amitriptyline Drug Side Effects

Common negative reactions to amitriptyline include dizziness, drowsiness, and confusion. This eMedTV page describes other possible side effects of the drug, including serious problems that can occur during treatment with amitriptyline.

Amitriptyline for Children

Amitriptyline is not approved for use in people under the age of 12. This selection from the eMedTV site offers more information on using amitriptyline in children, including details on how this drug may lead to suicidal thoughts and behaviors.

Amitriptyline for Depression

If you have depression, your healthcare provider may prescribe amitriptyline, a tricyclic antidepressant. This article takes a quick look at using amitriptyline for depression and explains how it is sometimes used "off-label" to treat other conditions.

Amitriptyline for Migraines

As this eMedTV article explains, amitriptyline can be used "off-label" to prevent migraines. This page explores the use of this antidepressant for migraine prevention, including how it works and why it may take a few weeks for the drug to start working.

Amitriptyline for Pain

If you have certain types of pain, your doctor may recommend using amitriptyline. This eMedTV page explains how using amitriptyline may help relieve symptoms associated with nerve-related causes (such as shingles) and symptoms of fibromyalgia.

Amitriptyline HCI

Amitriptyline is a prescription drug commonly used to treat depression. This eMedTV page explains how this drug works, when and how to take it, and off-label uses. Amitriptyline HCI is a common misspelling and variation of amitriptyline.

Amitriptyline Hydrochloride (HCl) Medicine

This eMedTV page describes one of the many drugs used to treat depression: amitriptyline hydrochloride (HCl). This medicine is explored briefly in this selection, with a look at how it works and who can take it, and includes a link to learn more.

Amitriptyline Indications

Amitriptyline is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of depression. This eMedTV Web resource lists possible off-label indications for amitriptyline and explains how long it may take before depression symptoms improve with this drug.

Amitriptyline Medication Information

This eMedTV page offers some basic information on amitriptyline, a medication used to treat depression. This article explains what to discuss with your healthcare provider before taking it, lists common side effects, and provides a link to more details.

Amitriptyline Oral

This eMedTV article explains that the oral drug amitriptyline is typically taken one to three times daily. This page describes the factors that affect a person's dose, as well as the amount prescribed, and the condition this product is approved to treat.

Amitriptyline Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose with amitriptyline can include fever, vomiting, agitation, and even loss of life. This eMedTV page discusses possible overdose symptoms and treatment options, and also explains what to do if you have taken too much amitriptyline.

Amitriptyline Risks

Amitriptyline can cause dry mouth and make schizophrenia, glaucoma, and bladder problems worse. This eMedTV selection discusses some of the other risks associated with amitriptyline, including information on what can happen if you take too much.

Amitriptyline Safety

Amitriptyline, like all antidepressants, may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior. This eMedTV resource provides other safety concerns with amitriptyline, including potential side effects and problems that may require medical attention.

Amitriptyline Sexual Side Effects

Sexual side effects like impotence or a decreased sex drive may occur in some people taking amitriptyline. This eMedTV segment explains that if during treatment with amitriptyline, sexual side effects occur, you should talk with your doctor.

Amitriptyline Side Effects

Common amitriptyline side effects can include confusion, constipation, and dry mouth. This eMedTV Web page also lists possible withdrawal side effects with amitriptyline (such as nausea) and side effects to report to your doctor (such as seizures).

Amitriptyline Strengths

There are several strengths of amitriptyline available, ranging from 10 mg to 150 mg tablets. This eMedTV resource describes some of the factors that your doctor will consider when prescribing a dosage, such as your age and medications you are taking.

Amitriptyline Substitute

As this eMedTV page explains, depression and anxiety can be treated with medications other than amitriptyline. Substitutes such as other drugs and talk therapies are briefly described in this segment, including when such alternatives may be considered.

Amitriptyline Tablets

Amitriptyline is a prescription medicine used to treat depression. This eMedTV page takes a closer look at amitriptyline tablets, explaining the different strengths and what to expect during treatment. A link to more information is also included.

Amitriptyline Uses

As this part of the eMedTV archives explains, amitriptyline is licensed to treat depression. This page also explores several off-label amitriptyline uses, such as treating bedwetting, helping people quit smoking, and preventing migraines.

Amitriptyline Warnings and Precautions

This eMedTV page covers amitriptyline warnings and precautions, such as potential drug interactions; the safety of taking amitriptyline if you have a history of seizures, bladder problems, or glaucoma; and people who shouldn't take the drug at all.

Amitriptyline Weight Change

This eMedTV Web page explains that a weight change with amitriptyline is possible -- most people experience an increase rather than a decrease. This page explains how to maintain a healthy weight while on this drug and links to more information.

Amitriptylline

As this eMedTV article explains, a doctor may prescribe amitriptyline to treat depression. This Web page also explains other amitriptyline uses and provides a link to more detailed information. Amitriptylline is a common misspelling of amitriptyline.

Amitripyline

Amitriptyline is a prescription medicine that is licensed to treat depression. This part of the eMedTV library explains how amitriptyline may work, and describes possible signs of an overdose. Amitripyline is a common misspelling of amitriptyline.

Amitryptaline

This eMedTV segment explains that amitriptyline is a prescription medication that is used to treat depression. This page also covers general dosing guidelines and possible overdose symptoms. Amitryptaline is a common misspelling of amitriptyline.

Amitryptilin

Amitriptyline is a prescription antidepressant. This eMedTV resource describes amitriptyline in more detail, explains how to take the drug, and lists some of its potential side effects. Amitryptilin is a common misspelling of amitriptyline.

Amitryptiline

This eMedTV segment discusses amitriptyline, a prescription drug used for treating depression. This page covers the medication's strengths, off-label uses, and overdose symptoms. Amitryptiline is a common misspelling of amitriptyline.

Amitryptyline

Amitriptyline, a prescription drug used to treat depression, is a type of tricyclic antidepressant. This eMedTV page provides an overview of the drug and offers some general dosing guidelines. Amitryptyline is a common misspelling of amitriptyline.

Amtriptyline

Amitriptyline is a prescription medicine used for treating depression. This eMedTV segment explains what else amitriptyline is used for and describes the effects of the medication. Amtriptyline is a common misspelling of amitriptyline.

Amytriptaline

Amitriptyline is a prescription drug licensed to treat depression. This eMedTV Web page explores how amitriptyline may work and lists some of the potential side effects of the medication. Amytriptaline is a common misspelling of amitriptyline.

Amytriptiline

Amitriptyline is a drug used to treat depression. This eMedTV Web page covers when and how to take the medication, factors that can affect your dosage, and available strengths. Amytriptiline is a common misspelling of amitriptyline.

Amytriptyline

As this eMedTV segment explains, amitriptyline is a prescription drug used for treating depression. This page covers amitriptyline side effects, overdose symptoms, and available strengths. Amytriptyline is a common misspelling of amitriptyline.

Amytripyline

This eMedTV page examines amitriptyline, a drug licensed to treat depression. This page covers the drug's side effects and strengths, as well as things to tell your doctor about before taking it. Amytripyline is a common misspelling of amitriptyline.

Anitdepressants

Antidepressants are medications that are often used in depression treatment. This eMedTV article describes the various types of antidepressants available and explains how they work. Anitdepressants is a common misspelling of antidepressants.

Anti Depresants

Antidepressants are prescription drugs mainly used for treating depression. This eMedTV page explains how these drugs work and lists the different types of antidepressants that are available. Anti depresants is a common misspelling of antidepressants.

Anti Depressants

Antidepressants are prescription medications approved to treat depression. This eMedTV segment lists various types of antidepressants and describes potential side effects of these drugs. Anti depressants is a common misspelling of antidepressants.

Anti Depressents

Antidepressants are medications that can be prescribed to treat depression. This eMedTV article lists various types of antidepressants and explains what you should know before taking them. Anti depressents is a common misspelling of antidepressants.

Anti-Depressant

In most cases, antidepressants are used for treating depression. This page from the eMedTV Web site offers more information on antidepressants and their uses and potential side effects. Anti-depressant is a common misspelling of antidepressants.

Antidepessants

Antidepressants are drugs that are prescribed to treat depression symptoms. This part of the eMedTV site describes antidepressants in more detail and lists some of their possible side effects. Antidepessants is a common misspelling of antidepressants.

Antideppresants

Doctors often prescribe antidepressants to help with depression treatment. This eMedTV page describes how these drugs work and provides a list of various types of antidepressants available. Antideppresants is a common misspelling of antidepressants.

Antideppressant

Antidepressants are mainly used for treating depression but can also be used to treat other conditions. This eMedTV segment lists various types of antidepressants that are available today. Antideppressant is a common misspelling of antidepressants.

Antideppressants

Antidepressants are medications that are approved for treating depression. This eMedTV segment lists some types of antidepressants and describes the side effects associated with these drugs. Antideppressants is a common misspelling of antidepressants.

Antidepresant

Antidepressants are used for the treatment of depression. This eMedTV page lists newer and older types of antidepressants and explains whether side effects are likely to occur with these drugs. Antidepresant is a common misspelling of antidepressants.

Antidepresants

Antidepressants are depression medications that are available by prescription. This eMedTV Web page covers what you should know before taking antidepressants and explains how these drugs work. Antidepresants is a common misspelling of antidepressants.