Antidepressants (SSRIs) — Nutrient Depletion & Health Patterns
Also known as: Sertraline, Fluoxetine, Escitalopram
Drug Class: Psychiatric
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors that increase serotonin levels in the brain.
Nutrients That Antidepressants (SSRIs) May Deplete
Long-term use of Antidepressants (SSRIs) is associated with lower levels of the following nutrients based on peer-reviewed clinical research. WePattern surfaces these patterns from its clinical Knowledge Graph.
- Folate
- Vitamin B12
Common Side Effects of Antidepressants (SSRIs)
- Sexual dysfunction
- Weight gain
- Suicidal thoughts
- Withdrawal syndrome
Key Drug Interactions — Antidepressants (SSRIs)
Antidepressants (SSRIs) has 3 documented drug-drug interactions in WePattern's Pattern Health Intelligence database. Key interactions include:
- Blood thinners
- NSAIDs
- Other antidepressants
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Antidepressants (SSRIs) deplete nutrients?
Yes. Antidepressants (SSRIs) has been associated with depletion of Folate, Vitamin B12 based on clinical research. WePattern maps these relationships from peer-reviewed sources.
What nutrients does Antidepressants (SSRIs) deplete?
Antidepressants (SSRIs) is associated with lower levels of: Folate, Vitamin B12. These depletions can develop over weeks to months of regular use.
What are the side effects of Antidepressants (SSRIs)?
Common side effects associated with Antidepressants (SSRIs) include: Sexual dysfunction; Weight gain; Suicidal thoughts; Withdrawal syndrome.