A member asked:

I have tried 25 different medications for depression since 1982. sinnequan only worked twice with bad side effects but then stopped working in 1995.

3 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Depression: You're not the only one with the same problem. A couple of considerations - first, there's a chance it may not be just depression. Chances are it's more than depression. Secondly, if it is depression, it's not just about medication to treat it. There must be a comprehensive approach to it - psychotherapy, support group, etc. I find that people would rather take a pill without resolving the cause.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Many more questions: I am very sorry to hear this. I do not see a question here, but can assume that you wonder what to do next. If you were in my office your statement would lead to lots of discussion. Here are some questions. What alternative medicine or practices have you tried? Yoga? Meditation? Do you exercise? What is your family history in regards to this mental health issue? How is your sleep? Weight?

Answered 8/15/2013

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Depression: I would be interested in learning about what medications you are currently prescribed and also if there's family history of response to a particular antidepressant medications.

Answered 10/4/2016

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