Medication

If you were recently prescribed Lexapro to help relieve anxiety or depression symptoms, you might be wondering if you’ll have to change anything once you start taking it—like your happy hour plans. Does alcohol make the medication less effective? Can you get sick from drinking while taking it? Questions like…

So you just booked your first psychiatry session. Whether you’ve tried mental health medications in the past, are currently taking them, or are just curious about the process, psychiatry is a space to discuss your symptoms and the various treatment options that might be right for you. Unlike most follow-up…

Most people know of Adderall as a popular medication for ADHD, but Wellbutrin is another lesser-known, off-label option. If you’re curious about this nonstimulant option, or if your provider suggested it, you probably have questions about how it stacks up against the first-line treatment. Here, we’ll look at how they…

Prozac is best known as an antidepressant, so you may be surprised if you’ve been prescribed Prozac for anxiety. But depression and anxiety share some of the same brain pathways, including those involving serotonin, the chemical messenger targeted by the medication. In fact, Prozac is FDA approved to treat panic…

Not sure if you’re on the right SSRI dose? Maybe you recently started an antidepressant and still aren’t feeling like yourself, or the medication you’ve been taking for years doesn’t seem to be working like it used to. However you ended up here, it’s a question that many people taking…

If you’ve been prescribed Wellbutrin, or you’re considering asking your prescriber about it, one question on your mind might be about your weight. Maybe you gained weight on an SSRI in the past, or you’ve heard that antidepressants and weight gain often go hand in hand. Of the commonly prescribed…

It seems like everyone’s talking about their SSRI dosage these days. You’ve probably seen the memes asking “What dose of Lexapro is this?” when someone seems unexpectedly calm. Or maybe you caught the viral clip of comedian Matt Rogers saying that he takes five milligrams of Lexapro—and that people regularly…

If you recently started taking Wellbutrin (bupropion), you might be wondering when you’ll start feeling like yourself again. Is that flicker of energy the medication or just a good morning? Is jitteriness a bad sign, or just your body adjusting? When you’re eager to feel better, it can be tempting…

If you recently started taking Vyvanse, you may have noticed that there’s no official warning label about drinking while on the medication. So, what’s the verdict on mixing Vyvanse and alcohol, and what might happen if you do? It’s a fair question. Vyvanse and alcohol pull your body in opposite…

So, you’ve decided you want to explore medication for your anxiety. Now you’re faced with another decision: who exactly should you see? A psychiatrist? Your regular doctor? Your therapist? Here’s a clear breakdown of which providers can prescribe anxiety medication, what each option looks like, and how to figure out…

Whether you’re currently on an SSRI or considering starting one, there’s one question that comes up a lot: Are antidepressants addictive? Perhaps you know someone who had a rough time coming off of their medication or you’ve heard alarming claims from politicians. Either way, it’s important to reiterate that antidepressants…

Gabapentin can be a confusing medication, not least of which because of how many things it’s used for. It’s a seizure medication. It’s a nerve pain medication. It’s something people take for restless legs. And some people even use gabapentin for anxiety. While gabapentin isn’t FDA approved for anxiety, it’s…