Celexa

September 9th, 2008

This medication is easier to find in the brand name or the generic, citalopram. So if the doc wants you on brand only, there you go. Another exciting point is that the generic for this one is on a lot of the retail chains $4 lists that everyone is hearing about. Its usually $4 for every 30 tablets and that’s the cost without insurance. Some pharmacy even have a 90 day supply plan that is $10 so you end up saving $2 in the end and get the full 3 months at once. The common mild side effects, according to drugs.com, are nausea/vomiting, irregular urination, insomnia, drowsiness, dizziness, etc.


Xanax

September 9th, 2008

This medication comes in generic, Alprazolam, and isn’t too costly. However, it is one of the controlled medications so it is limited to quantity and fills per month. Pharmacies rarely carry the brand name of this medication so if the doctor insists on having brand only, I’d call the pharmacy first to have them order it a business day in advance. Xanax has also been proven to be habit forming so if that were a determining factor for you, I’d stay away from this one. Well that and if your pregnant
. According to drugs.com some common side effects would be drowsiness, dizziness, amnesia, insomnia, blurred vision, nausea/vomiting, or even a loss in interest of sex. So after trying it I’d compare your new symptoms, if any, with your old depression habits to see if it’s working for you.


Main Causes of Depression

September 9th, 2008

The state of depression can be solved in many ways. There are also many causes of this state. Anything from having a history of depression within your family to the medications you are currently taking. Some depression may only come at certain times, as with losing a loved one. Certain causes, such as having a conflict with another person can leave you feeling unease. Through communication and thought, some depression factors can be put behind us. However there are many cases like verbal, physical and sexual abuse that can take time to diminish. Medications aren’t always the quick fix when it comes to this. According to Medicinenet.com close to 30% of people who rely on/abuse these medications still have depression.