... side, can be MAOI's, tricyclics, selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRI's), benzodiazapines and atypicals. There are 16 different drugs that fall under these categories; 5 of which are SSRI's (Zoloft, Prozac, Paxil, Celexa, Lexapro) (Stevens). Zoloft (Sertraline HCL) falls into the SSRI class. SSRI's are more selective for blocking the re-uptake of serotonin and has little effect on post-synaptic receptors ... today. In study by Dr. Fava, sponsored by Lilly, Zoloft had an 86% response rate compared to its major competitors Paxil (77%) and Prozac (73%) showing that it worked. It ...

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... and memory, which would indicate that the person might be suffering from depression and/or manic episodes. Depression is frequently treated with psychotherapy in combination with antidepressants like, Celexa, Wellbutrin, Paxil, Prozac, Zoloft, Amitriptyline, Desipramine, and Effexor, which all can help to balance brain chemicals that are causing the depression. Depression can be caused by genetic factors; and can be passed ... are contested. "As rising health care costs have pushed premiums even higher, an increasing number of large firms have chosen to self insure, thereby saving thems...

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