Do side effects depend on the type of antidepressant?
A. Yes. The main area where antidepressants differ is with respect to the side effects you might experience when taking them. The information below merely gives an indication of typical side effects. For full details you should study the data sheet provided with your medication. • TCAs Common problems with Tricyclics include a dry mouth, constipation, a slight tremor, a more rapid heart beat, sleepiness and increased appetite. Men may experience sexual difficulties – either difficulty getting an erection or delayed ejaculation. They tend not to be well tolerated by the elderly and they are very dangerous in overdose. • SSRIs Particularly in the first week or two SSRIs may cause nausea or even sickness and sometimes they may increase feelings of anxiety. They can cause problems with sexual function in both men and women. Overall the SSRIs are less prone to unpleasant side effects than the Tricyclics and they are much less dangerous in overdose. • MAOIs These are now rarely prescribed be
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