any lainak's List: Anti Depressants

Dilantin is used for:
Treating tonic-clonic (grand mal) and partial seizures. It is also used to prevent and treat seizures that may occur during or after brain or nervous system surgery. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Dilantin is an anticonvulsant. It works in the brain to block the spread of seizure activity.

How to use Dilantin:
Use Dilantin as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

* Take Dilantin by mouth with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
* Shake well before each dose. Be sure the medicine is completely mixed before you take a dose.
* Use a measuring device marked for medicine dosing. Ask your pharmacist for help if you are unsure of how to measure your dose.
* If you take calcium products (eg, antacids), ask your doctor or pharmacist how to take them with Dilantin
* Do not suddenly stop taking Dilantin. You may have an increased risk of side effects (eg, seizures). If you need to stop Dilantin or add a new medicine, your doctor will gradually lower your dose.
* Continue to take Dilantin even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
* Taking Dilantin at the same time each day will help you remember to take it.
* If you miss a dose of Dilantin, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Dilantin.

Possible side effects of Dilantin:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

* Constipation; dizziness; headache; nausea; vomiting.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

* Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the c

Effexor is used for:
Treating depression. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Effexor is a serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). It works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (serotonin and norepinephrine), which helps to improve certain mood problems.

How to use Effexor:
Use Effexor as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

* Effexor comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Effexor refilled.
* Take Effexor by mouth with food.
* Effexor works best if it is taken at the same time each day.
* Continue to take Effexor even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
* Do not suddenly stop taking Effexor without checking with your doctor. Side effects may occur. They may include mental or mood changes, numbness or tingling of the skin, dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, headache, increased sweating, nausea, ringing in the ears, seizures, tremor, trouble sleeping, or unusual tiredness. You will be closely monitored when you start Effexor and whenever a change in dose is made.
* If you miss a dose of Effexor , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Effexor.

Possible side effects of Effexor:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

* Anxiety; blurred vision; changes in taste; constipation; decreased sexual desire or ability; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; flushing; headache; increased sweating; loss of appetite; nausea; nervousness; stomach upset; trouble sleeping; vomiting; weakness; weight loss; yawning.

Seek medical attention right away if

Elavil is used for:
Treating depression. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Elavil is a tricyclic antidepressant. How tricyclic antidepressants improve depression symptoms is not fully understood. They are thought to increase the activity of certain chemicals in the brain (norepinephrine, serotonin), which help improve mood.

How to use Elavil:
Use Elavil as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

* Elavil comes with an additional patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully and reread it each time you get Elavil refilled.
* Elavil may be taken with food or on an empty stomach.
* Avoid eating or drinking grapefruit juice while taking Elavil.
* Elavil may take up to 30 days to control symptoms of depression. Continue to use Elavil even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
* If you miss a dose of Elavil , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Elavil.

Possible side effects of Elavil:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

* Blurred vision; change in sexual desire or ability; constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; headache; loss of appetite; nausea; tiredness; trouble sleeping; weakness.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

* Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; confusion; dark urine; delusions; difficulty speaking or swallowing; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills, or sore throat; hallucinations; new or worsening agitation, anxiety, panic attacks

Lexapro is used for:
Treating depression or generalized anxiety disorder. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Lexapro is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by restoring the balance of serotonin, a natural substance in the brain, which helps to improve certain mood problems.

How to use Lexapro:
Use this medicine as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

* Lexapro comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Lexapro refilled.
* Take Lexapro by mouth with or without food.
* Taking Lexapro at the same time each day will help you remember to take it.
* Continue to take Lexapro even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
* Do not suddenly stop taking Lexapro without checking with your doctor. Side effects may occur. They may include mental or mood changes, numbness or tingling of the skin, dizziness, confusion, headache, trouble sleeping, or unusual tiredness. You will be closely monitored when you start Lexapro and whenever a change in dose is made.
* If you miss a dose of Lexapro , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Lexapro.

Possible side effects of Lexapro:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

* Constipation; decreased sexual desire or ability; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; headache; increased sweating; lightheadedness when you stand or sit up; loss of appetite; nausea; stomach upset; tiredness; trouble sleeping.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

* Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching;

Lithobid is used for:
Treating manic episodes in patients with bipolar disorder. It is also used to reduce the frequency and decrease the severity of manic episodes in patients with bipolar disorder. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Lithobid is an antimanic agent. Exactly how Lithobid works is unknown, but it may work by altering the balance of certain chemicals in the brain.

How to use Lithobid:
Use Lithobid as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

* Take Lithobid by mouth after meals or with food or milk to decrease stomach upset.
* Swallow Lithobid whole. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing.
* Drinking extra fluids while you are taking Lithobid is recommended. Check with your doctor for instructions.
* Do not change your diet, including the amount of salt in your diet, unless instructed by your doctor.
* If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Lithobid.

Possible side effects of Lithobid:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

* Mild hand tremor; mild thirst; temporary, mild nausea and general discomfort at the beginning of treatment.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

* Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blurred vision; confusion; diarrhea; drowsiness; excessive weight gain; fainting; giddiness; inability to control the bladder or bowels; increased thirst; increased or decreased urination; involuntary twitching or muscle movements; loss of consciousness; loss of

What is the most important information I should know about Luvox (fluvoxamine)?
Do not take fluvoxamine together with thioridazine (Mellaril), terfenadine (Seldane), astemizole (Hismanal), cisapride (Propulsid), pimozide (Orap), or a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam), or tranylcypromine (Parnate). You must wait at least 14 days after stopping an MAOI before you can take fluvoxamine. After you stop taking fluvoxamine, you must wait at least 14 days before you can start taking an MAOI.You may have thoughts about suicide when you first start taking an antidepressant, especially if you are younger than 24 years old. Fluvoxamine is FDA-approved for children with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). It is not approved for treating depression in children. Your doctor will need to check you at regular visits for at least the first 12 weeks of treatment.Call your doctor at once if you have any new or worsening symptoms such as: mood or behavior changes, anxiety, panic attacks, trouble sleeping, or if you feel impulsive, irritable, agitated, hostile, aggressive, restless, hyperactive (mentally or physically), more depressed, or have thoughts about suicide or hurting yourself. SSRI antidepressants may cause serious or life-threatening lung problems in newborn babies whose mothers take the medication during pregnancy. However, you may have a relapse of depression if you stop taking your antidepressant during pregnancy. If you are planning a pregnancy, or if you become pregnant while taking fluvoxamine, do not stop taking the medication without first talking to your doctor.

How should I take Luvox (fluvoxamine)?
Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from the medication.Take each dose with water.Try to take the medicine

Pamelor is used for:
Treating depression. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Pamelor is a tricyclic antidepressant. It works by increasing the activity of certain chemicals in the brain that help elevate mood.

How to use Pamelor:
Use Pamelor as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

* Pamelor comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Pamelor refilled.
* Take Pamelor by mouth with or without food.
* If you miss a dose of Pamelor , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once. If you take 1 dose daily at bedtime, do not take the missed dose the next morning.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Pamelor.

Possible side effects of Pamelor:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

* Dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; excitement; headache; impotence; nausea; nightmares; pupil dilation; sensitivity to sunlight; sweating; tiredness; upset stomach; vomiting; weakness; weight loss or gain.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

* Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blurred vision or other vision changes; changes in sex drive; chest pain; confusion; constipation; fainting; fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; fever; frequent or difficult urination; hallucinations; impulsive behavior or other unusual changes in behavior; jaw, neck, or muscle spasms; mental or mood changes (eg, increased anxiety, mood swings, agitation, irritability, nervousness, restlessness); panic attacks; ringing in the ears; seizures; s

Paxil is used for:
Treating depression or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). It may be used to treat panic disorder or posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It may also be used to treat generalized anxiety disorder or social anxiety disorder. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Paxil is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by restoring the balance of serotonin, a natural substance in the brain, which helps to improve certain mood problems.

How to use Paxil:
Use Paxil as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

* Paxil comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Paxil refilled.
* Take Paxil by mouth with or without food.
* Swallow Paxil whole. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing.
* Taking Paxil at the same time each day will help you remember to take it.
* Continue to take Paxil even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
* Do not suddenly stop taking Paxil without checking with your doctor. Side effects may occur. They may include mental or mood changes, numbness or tingling of the skin, dizziness, confusion, headache, trouble sleeping, or unusual tiredness. You will be closely monitored when you start Paxil and whenever a change in dose is made.
* If you miss a dose of Paxil , take it as soon as possible. If it almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Paxil.

Possible side effects of Paxil:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

* Anxiety; blurred vision; constipation; decreased sexual desire or ability; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; gas; increased sweating; increased urinatio

Remeron is used for:
Treating depression. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Remeron is a tetracyclic antidepressant. How Remeron improves depression symptoms is not fully understood. It is thought to increase the activity of certain chemicals in the brain (norepinephrine, serotonin), which help elevate mood.

How to use Remeron:
Use Remeron as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

* Remeron comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Remeron refilled.
* Take Remeron by mouth with or without food.
* Take Remeron in the evening before bedtime unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
* Improvement should be noticed within 1 to 4 weeks of taking Remeron.
* Continue to take Remeron even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
* If you miss a dose of Remeron , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Remeron.

Possible side effects of Remeron:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

* Abnormal dreams; abnormal thinking; constipation; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; flu symptoms; increased appetite; weakness; weight gain.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

* Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); decreased ability to fight infection (fever, chills, sore throat); mental or mood changes; mouth sores; thoughts of hurting yourself; tremors; worsening of depression.

Risperdal is used for:
Treating schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. It is used to treat irritability caused by autistic disorder. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Risperdal is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by affecting certain substances in the brain.

How to use Risperdal:
Use Risperdal as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

* Take Risperdal by mouth with or without food.
* Take Risperdal on a regular schedule to get the most benefit from it. Taking Risperdal at the same time each day will help you remember to take it.
* Continue to take Risperdal even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
* If you miss a dose of Risperdal , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Risperdal.

Possible side effects of Risperdal:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

* Anxiety; constipation; cough; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; fatigue; headache; increased appetite; increased saliva production; lightheadedness; nausea; restlessness; runny nose; stomach pain or upset; trouble sleeping; vomiting; weight gain.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

* Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); abnormal thoughts; confusion; decreased sexual ability; drooling; enlarged breasts; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever; inability to control urination; increased sweating; missed menstrual period; new or worsening mental or mood changes (eg, agitation, aggression, severe anxiety); nipple discharge; prolonged painful erection; se

Sinequan is used for:
Treating depression or anxiety in certain patients. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.This medicine is a tricyclic antidepressant. It is not known exactly how it works. It may increase the activity of certain chemicals in the brain, which help elevate mood.

How to use Sinequan:
Use Sinequan as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

* Sinequan comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Sinequan refilled.
* Take Sinequan by mouth with or without food.
* Taking Sinequan at bedtime may help reduce side effects (eg, daytime drowsiness). Discuss this possibility with your doctor.
* If you miss a dose of Sinequan , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once. If you take 1 dose daily at bedtime, do not take the missed dose the next morning.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Sinequan.

Possible side effects of Sinequan:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

* Appetite loss; constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; excess sweating; headache; heartburn; increased appetite; indigestion; nausea; unpleasant taste; urinary retention; vomiting; weakness; weight gain.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

* Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); abnormal movements; aggressive or bizarre behavior; agitation; anxiety; blurred vision or other vision changes; chest pain; difficulty speaking and swallowing; disorientation; eye pain; fainting; fast, slow, or irregular

Tofranil is used for:
Treating depression. It is also used in some children to help reduce bedwetting. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Tofranil is a tricyclic antidepressant. It works by increasing the activity of certain chemicals in the brain that help elevate mood.

How to use Tofranil:
Use Tofranil as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

* Tofranil comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Tofranil refilled.
* Take Tofranil by mouth with or without food.
* Taking Tofranil at bedtime may help reduce side effects (eg, daytime drowsiness). Discuss this possibility with your doctor.
* It may take 1 to 3 weeks before you notice the effect of Tofranil . Continue to use Tofranil even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
* If you miss a dose of Tofranil , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once. If you take 1 dose daily at bedtime, do not take the missed dose the next morning.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Tofranil.

Possible side effects of Tofranil:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

* Dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; excitement; headache; impotence; nausea; nightmares; pupil dilation; sensitivity to sunlight; sweating; tiredness; upset stomach; vomiting; weakness; weight loss or gain.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

* Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blurred vision or other vision changes; changes in sex drive; chest pain; confusion; constipation; fa

Indications

Treatment of Parkinsons disease either as monotherapy or in combination with L-dopa therapy, in the early stages as well as in advanced stages. Treatment of Pathological cognitive deficits in the elderly. Treatment of Dizziness in the elderly. Treatment of retinal ischemic manifestations. Adjuvant treatment in intermittent claudication due to peripheral occlusive arterial disease of the lower limbs.

Contraindication

Cardiogenic shock. Acute Phase mycordial infraction.

Side Effects

Rare side effects: minor gastrointestinal disorders in predisposed individuals, or under taken between meals.

Wellbutrin is used for:
Treating depression. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Wellbutrin is an antidepressant. It works in the brain to treat depression. Exactly how it works is not known.

How to use Wellbutrin:
Use Wellbutrin as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

* Wellbutrin comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Wellbutrin refilled.
* Take Wellbutrin by mouth with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
* Several weeks may pass before your symptoms improve. Do not stop taking Wellbutrin without checking with your doctor.
* Take your doses at the same times each day at least 6 hours apart unless directed otherwise by your doctor. This may help to decrease the risk of seizures with Wellbutrin.
* Continue to take Wellbutrin even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
* If you miss a dose of Wellbutrin , skip the missed dose. Go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take more than 1 dose within 6 hours. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Wellbutrin.

Possible side effects of Wellbutrin:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

* Constipation; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; headache; increased sweating; loss of appetite; nausea; nervousness; restlessness; taste changes; trouble sleeping; vomiting; weight changes.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

* Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; confusion; delusions; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills, or sore throat; hallucinatio

Epivir is used for:
Treating HIV infection in combination with other medicines.Epivir is a nucleoside analogue. It works by blocking the growth of HIV.

How to use Epivir:
Use Epivir as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

* Take Epivir by mouth with or without food.
* Continue to take Epivir even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
* Taking Epivir at the same time each day will help you remember to take it.
* If you miss a dose of Epivir , take it as soon as possible. If it is within 2 hours of your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Epivir.

Possible side effects of Epivir:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

* Changes in body fat; chills; cough; diarrhea; dizziness; general body discomfort; headache; indigestion; loss of appetite; muscle or joint pain; nausea; runny/stuffy nose; sleeplessness; stomach cramps.
* Children: Abnormal breathing sounds/wheezing; cough; diarrhea; ear problems; fever; mouth inflammation; nasal discharge; nausea; stuffy nose; swollen lymph nodes; vomiting.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

* Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); dark urine; depression (mental or mood changes); enlarged stomach; increased heart rate; numbness, tingling, or weakening of the arms or legs; persistent sore throat, chills, or fever; severe muscle or joint pain; severe or persistent nausea; stomach tenderness or pain; unusual bleeding or bruising; unusual weakness or exhaustion; vomiting; yellowing of the skin or eyes.