is it possible to OD on antidepressants?
440407
yes you can od on any drug.
1056311
You can't get high on true antidepressants.
960845
You would have to ask his personal physician to get an answer that is not an opinion.  And yes, zoloft will naturally slow you down
378490
The psychiatrist will probably not give you perscriptions for medications which you could OD on ....... If you are under 18 yrs old they might tell you parents. Courts can subpoena your psychiatric records. Your records are not public record, so no one would probably know, but they could find out.
1032642
ABSOLUTELY!\nIt raises serotonin, and in some people (like myself) it causes "Serotonin Syndrome" -- making you feel more depressed and totally soggy.  Any of the SSRI's can do this: Prozac, Effexor, Paxil, Zoloft are all in this class.\n\nAfter 3 years of sleeping my life away -- because I was presumably depressed and the doctor kept increaing my dosage of Effexor or Prozac -- a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner had the sense to take me off that drug...and suddenly I was no longer tired! \n\nGood for you for investigating.\n\nLove & Light!
763655
I think it's only certain doctors that do this; my family doctor will give out pretty much any prescription like candy so long as he knows the medical history of the person.\n\nI think that too many people take anti-depressants without undergoing any sort of therapy (which is usually needed to actually recover from depression).
601668
St Johns Wart can help with depression if you wanna try and OTC product, otherwise seek counselling or a psychiatrist
344677
Get on anti-depressants, that will do the trick.
916525
iT IS NOT A GOOD THING TO BE TAKING ANTIDEPRESSANTS AND ALCOHOL.  THE SIDE EFFECTS COULD BE DEADLY.
795537
Whoa!  Hey Buddy take a minute and think of the future and all of the good things that WILL HAPPEN!  Be positive and the GF's will come Flocking to you!  You can also get all the antidepressants you need Without the embarassing Dr. visits shipped overnight via Fedex from the good old US of A! From DrugStoreAmerica . Org .  Don't let the world get you down!  FIGHT BACK my Man!
769348
Yes, most likely.  I have been told by different professionals that it is like being diabetic--one who has to take meds all their life.  It's just something you get used to.\n\nI take an anti-depressant along with an anti-manic agent.  Effexor and Eskalith.  For the long run.  And I'm okay with that.
909556
They can be, but only for a very small % of people who use them.\n\nI personally have been on Lexapro for almost a month now and there have been no side effects, including addiction, plus they have made my depression bearable unlike it was before taking the meds.\n\nEven with the relative success of some medications, you (as a depressed person) should try cognitive behavioral therapy 1st, along with alternative medicine which can help as much as medications for some people, but without the side effects and need for long-term use.\n\nYou must get to the root of your depression by talking to a professional psychiatrist weekly before doing anything else, so that you can find out more easily which form if treatment would be best for you.\n\nLastly, don't worry about doctor bills for your treatment or medication, because if you have a mental illness and less than $1000 in any bank account, you will most likely qualify for Medicaid, which would pay your medical bills for you, so contact your county Department of Job and Family Services and see if you can qualify for Medicaid (make sure you have less than $1000 in any bank account 1st).\n\nGod bless you and heal you.
928939
My thoughts, for what they are worth:\nWell, prozac IS approved for use in a 10 year old (and younger), and would safe (as far as the medical profession knows).  IF started at too high of a dose, or increased to quickly, it would likely cause GI problems (stomach ache, nausea, etc.).  But these minor side effects often go away, don't cause serious problems, and will always stop if the medicine is stopped.\nAND, prozac can be VERY effective in depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic attack disorders, etc...\n\nTherefore, it is not completely unreasonable for a 10 year old to take Prozac.  In fact, in certain circumstances, it can literally be life saving or very significantly improve a persons life!\n\nSo...I can see it as a possibility.\n\nIn the end analysis, it is ALWAYS a risk versus benefit thing.  In other words, would prozac have more benefits and less risks if taken than the risk of not taking the medicine...?  This is the question that needs to be answered.\n\nIn the case of a depressed person who is suicidal, then yes, a trial of Prozac would be warranted and a very good thought (in addition to counselling, etc.).\n\nIn the case of an OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder) patient, which can and does exist at age 10, who's life is in complete ruins because of their problem, then yes, a trial of Prozac would be warranted and a very good thought (in addition to counselling, etc.).\n\nHOWEVER,\nUsing medications for psychiatric reasons in a child that is only 10 years old throws up HUGE red flags with me.  I just don't like it.  I mean the SSRIs (like prozac) are much more reasonable than the other antipsychotics I see some kids on...but still.\n\nIf the reasons for the need of taking Prozac are not severe (like mentioned above), then I would much rather have your daughter get some counselling first from a psychologist.  Perhaps even family counselling, where you (and/or other family members) would go with her to counselling.  Counsellors at church are also an excellent option, and oftentimes many churches have a lot of resources that could help your daughter.\n\nI would try all these other options and avoid pills as much as possible, UNLESS the problems are severe.\n\nBut, a course of Prozac for 6 months, or so...is not THAT big of a deal...even in a 10 year old...and might be VERY beneficial with NO side effects or problems...\n\nSo just talk more with your doctor, share your concerns, ask about different options, and perhaps get another professional opinion, who can evaluate your daughter.\n\nI hope this helped some...and that things work out for your daughter.
852140
(m)\n\nSide effects of antidepressant medications. Antidepressants may cause mild, and often temporary, side effects (sometimes referred to as adverse effects) in some people. Typically, these are not serious. However, any reactions or side effects that are unusual, annoying, or that interfere with functioning should be reported to the doctor immediately. The most common side effects of tricyclic antidepressants, and ways to deal with them, are as follows:\n\nDry mouth—it is helpful to drink sips of water; chew sugarless gum; brush teeth daily. \nConstipation—bran cereals, prunes, fruit, and vegetables should be in the diet. \nBladder problems—emptying the bladder completely may be difficult, and the urine stream may not be as strong as usual. Older men with enlarged prostate conditions may be at particular risk for this problem. The doctor should be notified if there is any pain. \nSexual problems—sexual functioning may be impaired; if this is worrisome, it should be discussed with the doctor. \nBlurred vision—this is usually temporary and will not necessitate new glasses. Glaucoma patients should report any change in vision to the doctor. \nDizziness—rising from the bed or chair slowly is helpful. \nDrowsiness as a daytime problem—this usually passes soon. A person who feels drowsy or sedated should not drive or operate heavy equipment. The more sedating antidepressants are generally taken at bedtime to help sleep and to minimize daytime drowsiness. \nIncreased heart rate—pulse rate is often elevated. Older patients should have an electrocardiogram (EKG) before beginning tricyclic treatment. \nThe newer antidepressants, including SSRIs, have different types of side effects, as follows:\n\nSexual problems—fairly common, but reversible, in both men and women. The doctor should be consulted if the problem is persistent or worrisome. \nHeadache—this will usually go away after a short time. \nNausea—may occur after a dose, but it will disappear quickly. \nNervousness and insomnia (trouble falling asleep or waking often during the night)—these may occur during the first few weeks; dosage reductions or time will usually resolve them. \nAgitation (feeling jittery)—if this happens for the first time after the drug is taken and is more than temporary, the doctor should be notified. \nAny of these side effects may be amplified when an SSRI is combined with other medications that affect serotonin. In the most extreme cases, such a combination of medications (e.g., an SSRI and an MAOI) may result in a potentially serious or even fatal "serotonin syndrome," characterized by fever, confusion, muscle rigidity, and cardiac, liver, or kidney problems. \nThe small number of people for whom MAOIs are the best treatment need to avoid taking decongestants and consuming certain foods that contain high levels of tyramine, such as many cheeses, wines, and pickles. The interaction of tyramine with MAOIs can bring on a sharp increase in blood pressure that can lead to a stroke. The doctor should furnish a complete list of prohibited foods that the individual should carry at all times. Other forms of antidepressants require no food restrictions. MAOIs also should not be combined with other antidepressants, especially SSRIs, due to the risk of serotonin syndrome.\n\nMedications of any kind—prescribed, over-the-counter, or herbal supplements—should never be mixed without consulting the doctor; nor should medications ever be borrowed from another person. Other health professionals who may prescribe a drug—such as a dentist or other medical specialist—should be told that the person is taking a specific antidepressant and the dosage. Some drugs, although safe when taken alone, can cause severe and dangerous side effects if taken with other drugs. Alcohol (wine, beer, and hard liquor) or street drugs, may reduce the effectiveness of antidepressants and their use should be minimized or, preferably, avoided by anyone
894481
a few years ago i tried to commit suicide. i have a very serious clinical depression. the doctors gave me 5 different drugs to use and they made me feel horrible. i started taking st johns wort and several multivitamins instead and after about 4 months i was feeling much better. i used them for several months and am now no longer on them at all. i still take my vitamins and a st johns wort every so often when im feeling blue. DO NOT STOP taking any medicine you may be on without telling your doctor first if you are taking any. i had no side effects from the st johns wort like i did while on the depression meds.
991311
I can't tell you why you are immune to all anti-depressants, but you do develop a tolerance for them after awhile and need to change the dosage or the medication itself.  I used to use prozac and it worked great, then I tried it again a few years later and it didn't work for long, I tried something else for a year or so and then it stopped being effective and so on.  I have to change to different types of medications.  At one point after a year on one type, I felt suicidal for whatever reason.  Everything seemed to overwhelm me and I was put of effexor.  That has been working for about 18 months now.  Hopefully it will last for awhile longer.  Sorry about your problems, I hope you find something that will help.
495004
If you do go to see a doctor watch out they like to prescribe antidepressants for everything now. You go to see a medical doctor and windup seeing a psychologist.