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I'm on adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) for adhd & have become depressed. ssris i've added make me exhausted. are there any depression meds. that wouldn't have this effect?

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Dr. Ilene Ruhoy answered

Specializes in Neurology

Yes: Antidepressants can have this effect but it can be lessened by starting at low doses and titrating up slowly. Some classes of antidepressants have lower incidence of sedation and fatigue as side effects. Please speak with your physician for further guidance.

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Answered 4/25/2016

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