Trintellix is an atypical antidepressant medication. (Learn More) It used to be known under the brand name Brintellix. (Learn More) The clinical trial data for the drug indicated advantages and disadvantages to its use. (Learn More) It may be more effective in treating depressive symptoms than many other antidepressants, and it may be better tolerated …
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Menopause, which is characterized by a lack of menstruation for 12 consecutive months, is a normal part of every woman’s life. (Learn More: What Is Menopause?) It indicates that a woman’s body has decreased the production of the sex hormones estrogen and progesterone. (Learn More: How Does Menopause Affect the Body?) Some women deal with …
There is some encouraging research that suggests that some cannabinoids (products that are derived from the cannabis plant) may inhibit cancer cell growth and may even kill cancer cells, but the research is still preliminary. (Learn More – Some Encouraging Research) Cancer is the dreaded disease that results in the proliferation of abnormal cells in …
A psychotropic drug is a drug that alters how you think, feel, or behave. (Learn More – What Is a Psychotropic Drug?) These medications are typically used to treat various forms of mental illness or psychological disorders. (Learn More – Why Are Psychotropic Drugs Prescribed?) There are several different categories of psychotropic drugs. (Learn More …
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Cannabidiol (CBD) is a substance that is found in the cannabis plant. (Learn More – What Is CBD?) It is used to treat some medical conditions, (Learn More – How Is CBD Used?) and it may be useful in the treatment of some psychological disorders. (Learn More – CBD in the Treatment of Psychological Disorders) …
Narcolepsy is an often misunderstood disease that causes people to fall asleep at inopportune times. (Learn More: What Is Narcolepsy?) Symptoms can vary, but narcolepsy is known to affect emotional well-being, making it difficult to live a normal life at times. (Learn More: What Are Common Symptoms of Narcolepsy?) Thankfully, tools are available that can …
Benzodiazepines are a class of psychoactive drugs used to treat seizures, anxiety, muscle tension, sleep problems, and other conditions. They are sometimes used to treat panic attacks. Overdosing on benzodiazepines is rarely fatal, but these drugs can cause fairly severe physical dependence and addiction after even short-term use. They should only be used as prescribed. …
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Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are commonly used to treat moderate to severe depression, and less commonly used for other conditions. While these drugs are not particularly dangerous and not truly addictive, SSRIs can trigger discontinuation syndrome if you stop taking them abruptly. (Learn More — SSRIs) Many doctors avoid calling the symptoms related to …
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There are a number of nonaddictive medications on the market that have been proven effective for the treatment of anxiety. (Learn more: Why Should I Choose Nonaddictive Medications to Treat Anxiety?) From antidepressant medications to specific drugs that treat insomnia or other specific symptoms related to anxiety, there are ways to use pharmacological assistance while …
Fibromyalgia is a disorder that is characterized by pain in different parts of the body. (Learn More – What Is Fibromyalgia?) The disorder is diagnosed by physicians who evaluate 18 pressure points in the body. (Learn More – Symptoms of Fibromyalgia) Although the cause of fibromyalgia is not known, there are several identified risk factors. …
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