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I have clinical depression with concentration/memory problems("i dont-remember why i came here" severe). will zoloft/effexor improve conc/memory a lot?

Q: i have clinical depression with concentration/memory problems("i dont-remember why i came here" severe). will zoloft/effexor improve conc/memory a lot?

Possibly: Concentration &amp; memory problems are fairly common with major depression. Treating the depression may help with those symptoms. However - I would not prescribe both those meds at the same time.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Possibly: Concentration & memory problems are fairly common with major depression. Treating the depression may help with those symptoms. However - I would not prescribe both those meds at the same time.

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Answered 4/10/2021

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A member asked:

I have clinical depression with concentration/memory problems("i dont-remember why i came here" severe). will zoloft/effexor improve conc/memory a lot?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

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