Should Antidepressants Mix with Recreational Drugs?

Should I Let Them Mix?

Oct 21

Written By TACO INC

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Should Antidepressants and Recreational Drugs Mix?

Combining antidepressants with recreational drugs can pose serious health risks! ❌🩺

Antidepressants are a type of medication used to treat depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and related mental health conditions. They work by increasing serotonin, dopamine, and other neurotransmitters in the brain that regulate mood, motivation, and overall well-being💊

Recreational drugs are substances used in non-medical way for its effects on the user.The effects can vary from stimulation, euphoria, to altered perception based on the drug. The method of consumption can also range from inhalation to oral consumption. They work by altering levels of dopamine, serotonin, or GABA activity in the brain💨🚬

When combined, antidepressants and neurotransmitters can greatly alter levels of neurotransmitters in the brain leading to serotonin syndrome, hypertension, or seizures🩸📈🧪

It is important to look out for dangerous symptoms and seek emergency help when needed🚑🏥

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