Anti-depressants?

Question

Whats the best kind? One's to stay away from?

Answer 1

please be aware that SSRI antidepressants (like prozac, zoloft, wellbutrin, effexor, etc) can exacerbate one's depression and make a person suicidal. They also are thought to cause permanent brain damage. Please read this book and others by this author first. http://www.amazon.com/Toxic-Psychiatry-Electroshock-Biochemical-Theories/dp/0312113668

I took 14 different antidepressants over a 15 year period of severe clinical depression and I battled suicide ideation nearly EVERY day and am here by the grace of God.

I decided after winding up in the hosital due to Nardil, a dangerous rarely used mao inhibitor, to never take them again.

I have never been suicdal since stopping these antidepressants (5 years or so) despite undergoing several serious situations and problems that normally would have added to my depression.

Then it came out that SSRI were causing some teens to kill themselves or become suicidal. Then it came out that it did the same in some adults, Now the drugs have FDA black box warnings on them.

I now think that the drugs were causing me to feel suicidal since I was suicidal the whole time on them and never since quitting and then what I have since read. It is too odd to me that I was feeling this way the entire time when on them and never since stopping and then finding out about these studies confirms to me the drugs that were supposed to help me where actually making me worse and more depressed.

I also now believe these drugs are far more dangerous than I previously thought and wonder if they permantly caused the neuro transmitter receptor sites in my brain to vanish, etc.

I also am angry that I went through all those many years of constant h-ll and nearly killed myself three times due to these drugs and shudder to think of the effect on my family if I had....the urge was nearly overwhelming.

Please instead consider recommendations of the book I mention and natural treatment such as listed by alt healer above.

Answer 2

Different people respond differently to the different formulas. The doctor will try one and see how you do then adjust the dosage or change the medicine until you find the one right for you. Paxil made me feel the best but had bad side effects. Prozac works alright but is not consistent. Some days were much better than others. I'm taking generic zoloft now but is losing its effectiveness. Think I'll try Lexapro next. Some of my friends are having really good results with that one.

Answer 3

there is not best kind . there are for the most part two groups or kinds one is older but may be the best kind for you . both the newer drugs and the older drugs are used.
there are reasons for one person to not be on one drug while the next guy should be takiing it.
some can be in some people addictive .
each drug not just class but each drug has a great long list of potential side effects and adverse reactions.
the thing to keep is mind with the drugs is that they each take time to work . they all can make you more likely to kill yourself is your so inclined. they all can make you feel sick and they all should be taken extactly the way the doctor says. you however
need to know about your meds and be sure that the doctor listens to you and respects you as being able to say this happens with this pill and so on .
no drug can be forced on you but its unlikey anyone doctor wants to force you to see him
i hope you feel better soon .
ps it took me a few doctors at least and years to find the drug i am on now and the dosage i am on now. it was me not a doctor that suggested this med combination and dosage but thats just me take it day by day is how we all need to work at life

Answer 4

Anti-depressant
Best Kind-None
To stay away from?- All
The best anti-depressant is your own mind
I will never get tired to say this
You might tend to lean your head down and to your left side. Don't do it Keep your head up. The more the better
FORCE YOUR SELF TO THINK POSITIVE BE YOUR OWN BEST FRIEND

Answer 5

all the SSRI's are about the same. they all work the same way and all have the same side effects. more or less. they are relatively safe and non addictive. they are not "feel good" drugs. I've been on just about all of them at one time or other. the older tricyclics have a more sedative type side effect and are somewhat addictive. they are much harder to get off of.

As you can see from the answers so far it different strokes for different folks. Even though all Selective Serotonin Re-uptake Inhibitors (SSRI's) work by allowing the brain to use more of the neurotransmitter Serotonin not everybody responds to them the same way. Good luck finding the one for you.

Answer 6

That will depend on you and your symptoms. Check with your doctor. They work on different areas, so some are similar to each other and others are very different. You and your doctor will be your best resource.

Answer 7

I recommend Zoloft, haven't used any others.

Answer 8

Hi Candace

You're in the Alternative health section, so here is the best answer period to heal oneself with drugs.

Natural Cures
Aromatherapy: The following essential oils can promote calm and soothe stress: chamomile, clary sage, lavender, sandalwood, and ylang ylang.

For depression: bergamot, geranium, jasmine, melissa, neroli, and rose can be helpful, since they act as natural antidepressants.

Bach Flower Remedies:
Back flower remedies, discovered by British homeopathic physician Edward Bach in the early 20th century, are a safe and often highly effective self-care approach for dealing with a wide variety of mental health disorders. According to Dr. Bach, all illnesses are due, at least in part, to underlying mental and emotional issues that interfere with our connection with Spirit or divine energy. His research showed that energetic frequencies of the various 38 flower remedies he identified are able to resolve and heal mental and emotional imbalances to create overall health. The remedies are very easy to work with and in most cases patients can determine which remedies are most suited for their needs simply by referencing the following chart:

Agrimony—Suffering covered by a cheerful or brave facade. Distressed by argument or confrontation, may seek escape from pain or worry with addictive behavior through the use of food, drugs, cigarettes, or alcohol.

Aspen —Vague fears or anxiety of unknown origin. Apprehension, foreboding.
Beech—Critical, intolerant, or easily finding fault. May overreact with annoyance or irritability to the shortcomings of others.

Centaury—Willing servant, overly anxious to please, weak willed, or easily exploited/dominated by others. May neglect own needs to serve others. Avoids confrontation, difficulty saying “no.”

Cerato—Lacks confidence in own judgment. Little trust in inner guidance. Constantly seeks advice of others; therefore vulnerable to being misguided.

Cherry Plum—Fear of losing mental or physical control, of doing something desperate or violent. Tantrums, suicidal thoughts, impulse to do something thoughtless or known to be wrong. Fear of letting go. May be near nervous breakdown.

Chestnut Bud—Failure to learn from experience, repeats inappropriate patterns. Difficulty correcting mistakes.

Chicory—Loving, but with expectation of being loved in return. Possessive, emotionally needy, easily hurt or rejected.

Clematis—Lacks concentration, daydreams. Drowsy or “spacey” with a halfhearted interest in present circumstances. Inactive, ungrounded. Trouble materializing dreams.

Crab Apple—Cleansing remedy when feeling toxic, contaminated, or unclean. Ashamed of self-image. Fear of being contaminated. Need for cleanliness. Can be used to assist detoxification, if needed.

Elm—Overwhelmed by responsibilities. Normally capable, now doubts ability to perform tasks. Temporary feelings of inadequacy due to overload. Difficulty prioritizing.

Gentian—Mild despondency or discouragement due to setback, difficulty, or failed expectation. Negativity reverses easily with positive events or successes.

Gorse—Helplessness, hopelessness, sense of futility. Convinced situation will not improve; may not be willing to try remedies.

Heather—Self-centered, self-obsessed, or self-absorbed. Seeks the companionship of anyone who will listen to them. Constant chatterer, poor listener, unhappy if left alone.

Holly—Strongly felt negative feelings: hatred, envy, jealousy, suspicion, revenge, or wrath.

Honeysuckle—Dwelling in the past: old traumas, nostalgia, homesickness, regrets for happier times. Little expectation of future happiness.

Hornbeam—Mental fatigue and tiredness; procrastination. Weary before day or task begins, the “Monday morning” feeling. Difficulty starting.

Impatiens—Impatience, irritability, restlessness, or frustration with slow moving people and events. Quick in thought and action, requires all things to be done without delay. May prefer to work alone.

Larch—Lacks self-confidence despite being capable. Feels inferior. Anticipates failure; may refuse to make effort to succeed.

Best of health to you

Answer 9

Stay away from anything that is not FDA approved................