Posted by Cam W. on March 10, 2000, at 7:30:34
In reply to Re: Request for information, posted by Cindy W on March 9, 2000, at 21:31:08
Naysa - Serzone does block serotonin reuptake but differs from the rest of the SSRI antidepressants (incl. Prozac) by blocking the serotonin-2 (5HT-2) receptor. The other SSRIs stimulate this receptor. Theoretically, by blocking this receptor the amount of agitation, anxiety, movement problems (akathisia), insominia, sexual dysfunction and initial panic attacks are reduced (I'm not convinced). Serzone is also very much shorter acting than Prozac and has to be usually taken twice daily. This can, but not always, lead to withdrawl symptoms upon stopping the drug (doesn't seem to be as bad as Effexor in this regard). One advantage that I have noticed Serzone has over other SSRIs is an improvement in sleep quality. Hope this helps - Cam W.
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