Question 1

can antibiotics make you depressed?

Accepted Answer

Yes antibiotic si: There are two ways:  fluoroquinolone like Levaquin and Cipro (ciprofloxacin) can cause depression and psychotic reactions.  If you have a severe infection, the killing of bacteria cause release of cytokines which make you feel ill which is similar to depression.  These can also be life saving meds, discuss problems with your prescriber.

Question 2

do antibiotics cause depression?

Accepted Answer

Rarely if ever: Antibiotics are not known to cause depression. If this occurs, it is rare.

Question 3

can antibiotics worsen symptoms of depression?

Accepted Answer

Antibiotics: Some do, as direct effect on energy level, or through interfering with potency of antidepressants being prescribed, or the infection process itself can add to symptoms.

Question 4

could antibiotics be causing my depression and lack of energy?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: It is possible.   If you have been taking antibiotics for an extended period of time i would consider that a dysbiosis , and possible yeast of fungal infection might be a possibility.  Probiotic should be taken(at a different time of day than antibiotics) if you are on antibiotics to prevent a dysbiosis and possible yeast /fungal overgrowth.

Question 5

my dr is having me stop my celexa (citalopram) for 10 days because of an antibiotic im on. will my depression/anxiety increase? will i withdraw? im scared.

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Yes, you could have withdrawal symptoms by suddenly stopping celexa, (citalopram) and your depression symptoms could increase.  Hoping you also have a psychiatrist, and can discuss this directly with him or her -- it seems a bad idea to cold-turkey an ssri.  If your primary care doctor is concerned about the antibiotic effects with celexa, (citalopram) could s/he not simply reduce the dose rather than stop it altogether?

Question 6

does trintellix (taken for depression/anxiety) have a bad interaction and/or adverse side affects if taken with amox-clav (antibiotic for uti)?

Accepted Answer

No known interaction: Between the 2 drugs mentioned. However side effects to each individual drug still apply as well as symptoms caused by current conditions being treated and their natural course.

Question 7

i've been diagnosed with epididymitis and on antibiotics for 4 weeks. i had ed and urinary hesitancy condition was getting better but 2 days ago i masturbate and all pain in scrotum, ed and urinary hesitancy come back. i'm so depressed what do i do?

Accepted Answer

: This doesn't sound like epididymitis at all. Even if you have epididymitis, masturbation would not be harmful. Keep working with your doctor(s). Good luck.

Question 8

i am very depressed about my acne on my face. i have been prescribed dianette as topical and antibiotics did not work, do you think this will work?

Accepted Answer

Dermatologist: Acne is a very common problem. If it is not easily treated with conventional methods, you should see a skin specialist.

Question 9

could antibiotic: minomycin (in australia), or minocycline hydrochloride, (prescribed as 3 month course - acne) cause suicidal tendencies/ depression?

Accepted Answer

Not likely, but: There've been some reported mood change effects - not common and severity is not mentioned. If you have a tendency toward this sort of intense depression, it might be wise to avoid this elective medication in favor of an alternative approach. Only you and your doctor know how crucial acne Tx is for you. One ting that may help is knowing it's not a meaningful depression - just short-term chemistry.

Question 10

is it ok to stop taking antibiotics after two doses? i've been feeling very tired, dizzy and overall depressed. wondering if the z pack is the cause.

Accepted Answer

Not the cause: Azithromycin, the active ingredient in Z-pak, doesn&#x27;t cause such symptoms. Also, it&#x27;s very long acting; azithromycin will be in your system for the next several days just from the doses already taken. Skipping the remaining doses won&#x27;t make any difference even if azithromycin is the cause. Keep taking itt unless the doc who prescribed it says otherwise.

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My dr is having me stop my celexa (citalopram) for 10 days because of an antibiotic im on. will my depression/anxiety increase? will i withdraw? im scared.

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Does trintellix (taken for depression/anxiety) have a bad interaction and/or adverse side affects if taken with amox-clav (antibiotic for uti)?

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I've been diagnosed with epididymitis and on antibiotics for 4 weeks. i had ed and urinary hesitancy condition was getting better but 2 days ago i masturbate and all pain in scrotum, ed and urinary hesitancy come back. i'm so depressed what do i do?

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I am very depressed about my acne on my face. i have been prescribed dianette as topical and antibiotics did not work, do you think this will work?

A member asked:

Could antibiotic: minomycin (in australia), or minocycline hydrochloride, (prescribed as 3 month course - acne) cause suicidal tendencies/ depression?

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Is it ok to stop taking antibiotics after two doses? i've been feeling very tired, dizzy and overall depressed. wondering if the z pack is the cause.

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