An SSRI is a prescription drug that treats certain brain conditions, such as depression and panic disorder. This eMedTV page provides an overview of SSRIs, including details about how they work, conditions they can treat, and possible side effects.
For people taking an SSRI, side effects may include nausea, insomnia, and diarrhea. This portion of the eMedTV archives takes an in-depth look at some of the side effects of SSRIs, including details about which side effects need medical attention.
SSRIs can increase your risk of developing suicidal thoughts and could be dangerous to take when pregnant. This eMedTV segment takes an in-depth look at other important precautions and warnings with SSRIs and describes who should not take an SSRI.
It may take several weeks to see the full beneficial SSRI effects. This part of the eMedTV Web site lists some off-label uses of SSRIs and explains how the drugs work to treat conditions of the brain by affecting a certain brain chemical (serotonin).
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