What does SRI stand for?

Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor

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Samples in periodicals archive:

The former is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), preventing serotonin from re-entering the cell and thereby prolonging its effect on nerve synapses.

Researchers analysed 372 studies and looked at 12 anti-depressants, including selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) such as Prozac and Seroxat.

Depression pills 'double suicide risk in young adults'

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) drugs: more risks than benefits?

Correspondence

and Dutch data from 2003 to 2005 on prescription rates of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) to youngsters up to age 19.

SSRI use declines, youth suicides rise

In 2003 and 2004, the FDA issued a series of warnings that clinical trials had detected an increase in suicidal thinking among children and adolescents taking a class of antidepressants known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), compared with those given sugar pills.

Cause for spike in youth suicides?

All age groups of depressed patients who received selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors -- the most commonly prescribed antidepressant medication -- showed a significantly lower risk of suicide attempt when compared to those who did not receive antidepressant treatment.

Study Finds Lessened Suicide Risk in Young Adults on Antidepressants

Adults ages 50 and older who take antidepressants known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors to treat depression could be doubling their risk for bone fractures, according to a study in the Jan.

Antidepressants may up fracture risks

But there may be a greater risk of deadly overdose associated with Effexor than with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors _ antidepressants like Prozac, Zoloft, Paxil and Lexapro, Wyeth said.

Limits Urged for Effexor Prescriptions