Despite how common major depressive disorder is, there are still many misperceptions about depression symptoms and treatment.
Symptoms of depression can present in many ways
People with depression can experience symptoms in different ways.
But it can be so much more than that.
These symptoms can take a toll on a persons overall health, which may be debilitating.
If left untreated, depression may impact personal, work, and social life.
These are just a couple of examples of how depression symptoms can impact your life.
The first step in managing depression is having the courage to ask for help.
Depression is common and people need to know they are not alone.
There are so many resources out there from individual therapy, peer-to-peer support groups, and professional clinical care.
Initial treatment for adults with major depressive disorder is antidepressant therapy.
She was feeling somewhat better but just not where [she wanted] to be, Simmons-Becil says.
Adding VRAYLAR to the antidepressant helped the woman improve her overall depression symptoms, Dr. Simmons-Becil says.
Individual results with VRAYLAR may vary.
Although the exact way VRAYLAR works is unknown, it is believed to work differently than most antidepressants.
For more information about VRAYLAR visitVraylar.com.
Only your doctor can decide if VRAYLAR is right for you.
Elderly dementia patients have an increased risk of death or stroke.
Report unusual changes in behavior or suicidal thoughts.
Antidepressants can increase these in children and young adults.
like see Important Safety Information below and the fullPrescribing Information, including Boxed Warnings andMedication guide.
We cant be afraid to check in with our loved ones and confirm they are okay.
Even if theyre on an antidepressant, they may still be experiencing depressive symptoms.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
What is the most important information I should know about VRAYLAR?
VRAYLAR is not approved for treating patients with dementia-related psychosis.
Depression and other mental illnesses are the most important causes of suicidal thoughts and actions.
This is very important when VRAYLAR or the antidepressant is started or when the dose is changed.
Report any change in these symptoms immediately to the doctor.
VRAYLAR may cause serious side effects, including:
Who should not take VRAYLAR?
Do not take VRAYLAR if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
What should I tell my healthcare provider before taking VRAYLAR?
VRAYLAR may affect the way other medicines work, and other medicines may affect how VRAYLAR works.
Do not start or stop any medicines while taking VRAYLAR without talking to your healthcare provider.
What are the most common side effects of VRAYLAR?
These are not all the possible side effects of VRAYLAR.
like see the fullPrescribing Information, including Boxed Warnings, andMedication Guide.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA.
If you are having difficulty paying for your medicine, AbbVie may be able to help.
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