Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors

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Also known as:  Cris;  Serotonin Reuptake Blockers;  SSRIs

 

Description

Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors are a group of Pharmaceutical Antidepressant Drugs.

 

Therapeutic Uses of SSRIs

Nervous System

 SSRIs may be useful for the treatment of Anorexia Nervosa.  [1]

 SSRIs are commonly prescribed in the treatment of some forms of Depression.

 SSRIs alleviate Panic Disorder.  [2]

 

Potentially Toxic Effects of SSRIs

Digestive System

 SSRIs may cause Inflammation of the Gastric Mucosa of the Stomach.

 SSRIs may cause Bleeding within the Gastrointestinal Tract.  [3]

 

Nervous System

 SSRIs may increase the risk of Suicide (and suicide attempts) in persons prescribed SSRIs.  [4]

 

Sexual System

 SSRIs may reduce Sexual Desire (libido) in many persons.  [5]

 SSRIs may cause impairment of Sexual Performance in many persons.  [6]

 

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