There are some basic types of antidepressants. One of the most widely spread types of antidepressants is Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors ( SSRIs). SSRIs are supposed to come down the symptoms of depression, such as grief and irritability. It goes without saying that before stating taking these antidepressants you are to examine properly the way they work and what side effects they can have. SSRIs are a newly invented class of antidepressant medications.

Here you can observe some SSRIs that have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration specifically to cure depression, with their chemical names and available brand names written in parentheses:

 Citalopram (Celexa)

 Escitalopram (Lexapro)

 Fluoxetine (Prozac, Prozac Weekly)

 Paroxetine (Paxil, Paxil CR)

 Sertraline (Zoloft)

SSRIs are usually considered to be safer than other classes of known antidepressants. They almost do not interact with other medications, and they are not that dangerous in case you have an overdose.

Among the side effects of SSRIs we can distinguish:

 Nausea

 Sexual dysfunction, including reduced desire or orgasm difficulties

 Headache

 Diarrhea

 Nervousness

 Rash

 Agitation

 Restlessness

 Increased sweating

 Weight gain

 Drowsiness

 Insomnia

You also should be aware that sometimes antidepressants can intensify the feeling of depression and suicidal thoughts. Mostly it can happen at the early stage of taking medicine or when you are changing your dosage unexpectedly. Thus when you observe any kind of strange changing of your symptoms you are to consult your doctor.