Selective Health Dictionary

See COX-2 INHIBITORS.... cyclo-oxygenase-2 selective inhibitors

These ANTIDEPRESSANT DRUGS have few antimuscarinic effects (see ANTIMUSCARINE), but do have adverse effects of their own – predominantly gastrointestinal. They are, however, much safer in overdose than the tricyclic antidepressants, which is a major advantage in patients who are potentially suicidal. Examples are citalopram, used to treat panic disorders, as well as depressive illness; FLUOXETINE; and PAROXETINE. (See also MENTAL ILLNESS.)... selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors (ssris)

(SSRIs) A relatively new class of drugs that are used to treat depression.

They work by blocking the reabsorption of the neurotransmitter serotonin following its release in the brain.

The increased serotonin levels that result are associated with improved mood.

Common drugs in this group include fluoxetine and sertraline.

SSRIs are usually taken orally once a day; it may take 1–3 weeks for any noticeable improvement in symptoms.

SSRIs usually produce fewer side effects than other types of antidepressant drug.

However, they may cause diarrhoea, nausea, restlessness, and anxiety.... selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors

see radioembolization.... selective internal radiation therapy

(SLT) see trabeculoplasty.... selective laser trabeculoplasty

see SNRI.... selective serotonin and noradrenaline reuptake inhibitor