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Antidepressants For Hiv Depression

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Boston (Milton), MA
July 8
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A myHIVteam Member

@A myHIVteam Member, I'm sure maybe someone on this site could help.
There is also another site created by the same administrators of this site called https://www.mydepressionteam.com. You might be able to get answers there as well.

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July 9 (edited)
A myHIVteam Member

Sildenfil 100 mg... masterbation fixes depression the Antidepressants never will..they make you impuant!..your never going to b happy without ejaculating!..not ever..we are designed that way..it's a brain thing!fix your brain ..cure your depression!

July 9
A myHIVteam Member

I have morning depression, Interleukin 6 is involved. Would like to hear from others who've experienced this and any treatment options.

July 9
A myHIVteam Member

What is your question?

July 8
A myHIVteam Member

Here are some antidepressants that are used to treat depression in people with HIV:

1. Prozac (Fluoxetine)
- Class: Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI)
- Usage: Taken orally one or more times a day in capsule form
- Common Side Effects: Nausea, skin rash, dizziness, drowsiness, insomnia, anxiety, loss Show Full Answer

Here are some antidepressants that are used to treat depression in people with HIV:

1. Prozac (Fluoxetine)
- Class: Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI)
- Usage: Taken orally one or more times a day in capsule form.
- Common Side Effects: Nausea, skin rash, dizziness, drowsiness, insomnia, anxiety, loss of appetite, and sweating.
- Serious Side Effects: Serotonin syndrome (potentially life-threatening).

2. Paxil (Paroxetine)
- Class: SSRI
- Usage: Approved to treat depression, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
- Common Side Effects: Not specified in the context.

3. Celexa (Citalopram)
- Class: SSRI
- Usage: Taken orally once daily in tablet form.
- Common Side Effects: Nausea, constipation, diarrhea, sexual dysfunction, fatigue, trouble sleeping, dry mouth, weight changes, increased sweating or urination.
- Serious Side Effects: Serotonin syndrome (potentially life-threatening).

4. Zoloft (Sertraline)
- Class: SSRI
- Usage: Approved to treat major depressive disorder in adults.
- Common Side Effects: Not specified in the context.

5. Lexapro (Escitalopram)
- Class: SSRI
- Usage: Approved to treat major depressive disorder in adults and adolescents between the ages of 12 and 17.
- Common Side Effects: Not specified in the context.

Additional Notes:
- Almost all antidepressants are safe to take with antiretroviral therapy (ART) medications.
- It's important to talk to your doctor before trying any alternative treatments, as some natural or complementary treatments can interfere with HIV medications or cause their own side effects.

For more detailed information, you can visit the respective links provided in the context.

July 8

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