There are risks and benefits to taking any medication. It’s important to answer our health questionnaire fully and truthfully and be open and candid with our medical team during the consultation so that our providers can help you make an informed decision about whether the benefits of a medication outweigh the potential risks.
The medications we prescribe can be effective when used correctly. It is important to follow the instructions and read the information we provide in your treatment plan to learn more about the risks and benefits of treatment.
We can prescribe a few different types of medications to help with depression and/or anxiety. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) include sertraline (Zoloft®), citalopram (Celexa®), fluoxetine (Prozac®), escitalopram (Lexapro®), and paroxetine (Paxil®). Serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) include venlafaxine (Effexor®) and duloxetine (Cymbalta®), and desvenlafaxine (Pristiq®). We may also prescribe atypical antidepressants including bupropion (Wellbutrin®).
We do not prescribe benzodiazepines (such as Xanax®) or sedatives.
If you feel like you’re a danger to yourself or others, or might harm yourself or others, please contact 911 immediately, go to your nearest emergency room or hospital, or contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988.