What is the specific type of antidepressant I'm taking?
The term antidepressant refers to a large group of medications used to treat depression. There are several major groups of antidepressants.
- tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)
- tetracyclic antidepressants
- monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)
- selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
- other antidepressants, such as nefazodone, venlafaxine
While all types of antidepressants are effective, certain types may work better for certain people. A medication that works well for one person may not work at all for another. That's good news, because if one type of medication doesn't work for you, there's another that probably will work.
See the articles on the medications above to learn more about the specific type of antidepressant you take. You will learn more about how to take it, its possible side effects, and potential drug interactions. If you're not sure which type of antidepressant you are taking, see The Types of Antidepressant Medicines to look for the name of your drug.