Re: Do SSRIs really raise cortisol to dangerous levels

Posted by Shawn. T. on July 27, 2004, at 16:55:18

In reply to Do SSRIs really raise cortisol to dangerous levels, posted by SDA on July 27, 2004, at 13:48:16

Initially, SSRIs do increase cortisol levels in most people. However, after several days, the brain adapts to the influence of these drugs upon the HPA axis. After long-term treatment, SSRIs tend to either decrease cortisol levels or leave them unchanged. I seriously doubt that the temporary increase in cortisol induced by acute SSRI treatment would cause brain damage.

Shawn

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