What Are SSRIs and SNRIs?

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 Another depression medication that is new to the market is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, or SSRI.  This medicine works by changing the serotonin in your brain.  Serotonin and Norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors or SNRIs are another type depression medication that works by increasing the availability of the brain chemicals serotonin and norepinephrine.  Your doctor will help you to determine which type of medication you should use.  Your life style, age, weight, and emotional history and the severity of your depression will also play a factor in the type of depression medication that you will need to take.

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