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What is safest and most effective antidepressant for 96 year old male ?
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Antidepressant : I have heard great things about deplin which is actually only methyl folate (folic acid) and given the over medications in our senior population and with enhanced adverse effects it may be worth trying.
Answered 12/1/2014
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Over the counter: First try otc 5 hydroxytryptophan.( 50 mg)if that has little impact, a trial of theanine, or GABA pro made by thorne company. See a accupuncturist or nutritionist for dosages and to monitor response to the supplements.
Answered 2/26/2017
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96 with depression: None without thorough medical evaluation by a geriatric specialist to look at all medical conditions & other medications prescribed concomitantly.
Answered 3/17/2013
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One option: Auricular acupuncture is a very safe method for treating depression in an elderly person.
Answered 4/15/2013
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