SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors)
Find out about selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), including how they work, what they're used for, how long you need to take them for and the potential side effects.
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) aren't suitable for everyone. They can cause problems if you have other health conditions or if they're taken alongside other medications.
When prescribing selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), your doctor will usually select the lowest possible dose thought necessary to improve your symptoms.
The side effects of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) can be troublesome at first, but most improve with time.