Many primary care doctors are savvy at utilizing anti-depression drugs effectively for management of non-depressive disorders.
Antidepressant Drug Ketamine can Lead to Addiction
Ketamine is a one-time, low-dose IV infusion, where symptoms are alleviated within hours and which lasts for up to two weeks in patients with depression.
Ketamine is a one-time, low-dose IV infusion, where symptoms are alleviated within hours and which lasts for up to two weeks in patients with depression.
‘Doctors have prescribed antidepressants for several indications that were off-label for all antidepressants, including a migraine, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and digestive system disorders.’
Researchers from the McGill University found that of 101,759 prescriptions written, 55.2% were for depressive disorders, 18.5% were for anxiety disorders, 10% were for pain and 4% were for panic disorders. Antidepressants are being prescribed for other disorders like insomnia, migraine, pain and panic disorders. Therefore, these have contributed to the increase in prescription of antidepressants.
FDA has not approved the use of antidepressants for any other condition than depression. Therefore, the study highlights the need to evaluate the evidence supporting off-label antidepressant use.
Antidepressants During Pregnancy Increase Offspring�s Risk for Developing Autism Disorder
Common antidepressants called as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) increased the risk of developing autism in children to 117 percent.
Common antidepressants called as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) increased the risk of developing autism in children to 117 percent.
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Coprophagia is Associated With a Wide Range of Neuropsychiatric Disorders
Coprophagia is associated with a wide range of neuropsychiatric disorders, particularly neurodegenerative dementias, revealed Mayo Clinic researchers.
Coprophagia is associated with a wide range of neuropsychiatric disorders, particularly neurodegenerative dementias, revealed Mayo Clinic researchers.
Antidepressants Work Better When Combined With Nutrient Supplements
Omega 3s are very good for improving mood, but this is the first analysis of studies that looks at using them in combination with antidepressant medication.
Omega 3s are very good for improving mood, but this is the first analysis of studies that looks at using them in combination with antidepressant medication.
