Asendin Description

Professional treatment for depression is vital as this mental condition will not get better or go away on its own. Depression is not just a few days spent feeling blue; depression can cause emotional, physical, and behavioral symptoms that can take over your life and cost you your job, family, and friends.

Talk to your doctor about a prescription for Asendin or generic Amoxapine. Asendin is believed to have a more rapid onset of action than other depression meds so you may notice positive results in as little as 4-7 days. The generic alternative is not manufactured by the company that makes the brand product.

How Does Asendin Work?

When taken as directed, Asendin inhibits the absorption (re-uptake) of selected neurotransmitters; norepinephrine, in particular, and serotonin to a lesser degree. Neurotransmitters are like brain chemicals that communicate information throughout your brain and body to tell your lungs, heart, and stomach how to work as well as affecting your sleep, concentration, and moods.

Stress, Rx and recreational drugs, poor diet, and alcohol can cause levels of neurotransmitters to be out of optimal range and cause depression. By preventing norepinephrine and serotonin from being absorbed, Asendin allows more of these chemicals to stay in your brain so your mood is enhanced. Your doctor can also recommend a qualified therapist to help you understand your condition and teach you how to cope with the symptoms of mental issues.

Conditions Treated by Asendin

Depression may occur as a result of job loss, divorce, illness, the loss of a loved one, or it may happen as a result of all of these combined. Women seem to be more likely to become depressed than men. This could be due to fluctuating hormone levels, a stronger genetic predisposition, being an over-thinker, or because women are under more stress than men.

Before Asendin is Prescribed

Find out from your doctor before taking Asendin if there are any risks if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or are breast feeding. Report other medical conditions and allergies to your doctor and list all OTC or Rx drugs you currently take or use, including alternative medicine. This will help your doctor determine if Asendin is the right medication for you to take.

Asendin Precautions and Recommendations

Keep all scheduled doctor appointments so your progress can be monitored and see your doctor if you begin to feel like harming yourself. Your spouse or caregiver should be aware of any mood changes that need to be addressed right away. Do not drive or attempt any activity that requires your full attention until you know how your body will react to Asendin. Keep all medications out of children’s reach and never share them with anyone else.

Possible Asendin Side Effects

• Dry mouth
• Drowsiness
• Constipation
• Blurred vision

Drugs Similar to Asendin

• Ludiomil
• Cymbalta
• Remeron