SSRI
| SSRI | |
|---|---|
| Term | SSRI |
| Short definition | SSRI - A type of drug used to treat depression and some other disorders. SSRIs prevent or delay the body from absorbing a substance called serotonin, leaving more of it available to the body. |
| Type | Cancer terms |
| Specialty | Oncology |
| Language | English |
| Source | NCI |
| Comments | |
SSRI - A type of drug used to treat depression and some other disorders. SSRIs prevent or delay the body from absorbing a substance called serotonin, leaving more of it available to the body. Increasing serotonin levels can help regulate mood, appetite, digestion, sleep, and many other bodily functions. SSRIs include drugs such as citalopram, escitalopram, fluoxetine, paroxetine, and sertraline. Also called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor
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