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Antidepressants: Get tips to cope with side effects
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Introduction
Nausea
Increased appetite, weight gain
Fatigue, drowsiness
Insomnia
Dry mouth
Constipation
Dizziness
Agitation, restlessness, anxiety
Sexual side effects
Heart-related effects
Genetic variations
Insomnia
Some antidepressants may cause insomnia, making it difficult to get to sleep or stay asleep, so you may be tired during the day.
Consider these strategies:
- Take your antidepressant in the morning if your doctor approves.
- Avoid caffeinated food and drinks, particularly late in the day.
- Get regular physical activity or exercise — but complete it several hours before bedtime so it doesn't interfere with your sleep.
- If insomnia is an ongoing problem, ask your doctor about taking a sedating medication at bedtime or ask whether taking a low dose of a sedating antidepressant such as trazodone or mirtazapine (Remeron) before bed might help.
