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Is an antidepressant with known anticholinergic & sedative properties, leading to sleep & drying effects.

Dr. Alan Ali reviewed this

34 year experience in Psychiatry

Drug Class

Serotonin antagonist and reuptake inhibitor

Brands

Desyrel • Molipaxin

Side Effects

Common

Constipation
Congested nose
Fatigue
Balance problems
Tremor
Confusion
Abdominal discomfort
Sleepiness
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Premature ejaculation
Malaise
Headache
Eye irritation
Nasal congestion
Blurred vision
Weight changes
Low blood pressure
Cloudy or blurred vision
Shaking hands or tremor

Serious

Low blood pressure on standing
Hypersensitivity
Suicidal thoughts

Treats

Depression
2.7
30 reviews
Clinical depression
2.7
115 reviews
Esophageal spasm
1.9
8 reviews

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