Antidepressant Withdrawal

Antidepressant withdrawal is a reality that many patients who are prescribed this class of medication face on a daily basis. But, while these symptoms can be quite powerful, you don't have to suffer through them alone. Call us at 1-866-99-DETOX (1-866-993-3869) and one of our counselors will help you locate a quality drug treatment center near you where you can safely recover from antidepressant withdrawal. The call is confidential, toll-free and we're here 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help.

What are Antidepressants?

Antidepressant medications are prescribed by doctors to help patients suffering from mild depression (dysthymia) to severe depression, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and certain types of chronic pain. Antidepressants are also commonly used illicitly by people looking to "brighten their mood."

Most antidepressants prescribed today fall under one of a number of different drug groups which include:

  • SSRIs (Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors)
  • SNRIs (Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors)
  • NRIs (Norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors)
  • Norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibitors
  • TCAs (Tricyclic antidepressants)
  • MAOIs (Monoamine oxidase inhibitors)
  • NASSAa (Noradrenergic and specific serotonergic antidepressants)
  • Augmenter drugs

Can One Suffer From Antidepressant Withdrawal?

Many people find themselves suffering from antidepressant withdrawal symptoms once they stop taking their medication. For these individuals, they may feel both somatic and psychological effects if their medication is suddenly discontinued or their dosage is reduced too rapidly. Some of the common antidepressant withdrawal symptoms one may experience can include:

  • Nausea
  • Confusion
  • Sexual dysfunction
  • Electric shock-like sensations
  • Dizziness
  • Tremors
  • Insomnia
  • Vertigo
  • Paraesthesia
  • Profuse sweating

Where Can I Find Help for Antidepressant Withdrawal?

Antidepressant withdrawal is a very serious issue and treatment can be found in many drug rehabs nationwide. These programs are designed to help you safely undergo the detox process in which you will be able to minimize the severity of antidepressant withdrawal symptoms. In many cases, detox medications may be administered to help you detox more comfortably and depending on the rehab facility, holistic treatment services may be available as well.

If you need help in locating a quality drug rehabilitation center near you, we can help. Just call us toll-free at 1-866-99-DETOX (1-866-993-3869). Our nationwide hotline is available 24-hours a day, seven days a week, so we're always here to take your call. Do it now. Get the help you need and avoid the painful effects of antidepressant withdrawal symptoms.