![]() MAO breaks down neurotransmitters such as dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine. How they work: These drugs block the action of certain chemicals (enzymes) called monoamine oxidases (MAO) in the brain.Side effects: Drowsiness, confusion, dry nose/mouth/throat, increased heart rate, nervousness, blurred vision, low blood pressure, appetite loss, and menstrual disturbances.Examples: Atarax or Vistaril ( hydroxyzine) and Sominex ( diphenhydramine).How they work: They have a calming effect by blocking certain types of receptors in the brain.Side effects: Drowsiness, sexual dysfunction, postural hypotension, palpitations, constipation, and weight gain.Examples: Seroquel ( quetiapine), Risperdal ( risperidone), and Abilify ( aripiprazole).How they work: They change the levels of neurotransmitters, namely, dopamine, acetylcholine, serotonin, and adrenaline in the brain.Side effects: Headache, drowsiness, dizziness, disturbed sleep, nausea, nervousness, excitement, and allergic reactions in some people (seen as hives, rashes, swelling over the face, and difficulty breathing).Examples: Buspar or Vanspar ( buspirone).How they work: The exact mechanism of action is not known, but it is thought to modulate serotonin levels in the brain.Side effects: Dry mouth, constipation, weight gain, blurred vision, rash, hives, increased heart rate, and postural hypotension (fall in blood pressure on standing).Examples: Tofranil ( imipramine), Elavil ( amitriptyline), and Sinequan ( doxepin).They do this by increasing the levels of serotonin and norepinephrine while reducing the levels of another neurotransmitter called acetylcholine. How they work: These medications act by restoring the balance of certain neurotransmitters in the brain.Side effects: Headache, disturbed sleep, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, blurred vision, nervousness, restlessness, agitation, and sexual dysfunction.Examples: Lexapro ( escitalopram), Prozac ( fluoxetine), and Celexa ( citalopram).Increased serotonin levels improve mood and help relieve anxiety. How they work: They increase the brain levels of serotonin by blocking its reuptake by the nerve cells.Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.Side effects: Constipation, dry mouth, dizziness, headache, hot flushes, nausea, diarrhea, reduced libido, and erectile dysfunction. ![]()
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