Posted by nona on March 9, 2002, at 3:47:21
I have a relative nearing 70 who is very depressed. She became sort of a zombie on Zoloft and is worried about trying SSRI's again for that reason. Wellbutrin is a possibility but since insomnia is a HUGE problem for her I don't know that it would be the best choice. I wouldn't think the tricyclics would be a great option either because of their effects on the heart.
Does anybody have any other suggestions for antidepressants that are safe for seniors? Are all the SSRI's like Zoloft in creating the zombie effect? Are any better in this regard?
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