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Is depression medication safe?

I have depression and want to treat it with medications. Is depression medication safe?

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Depression medications are safe and some of them are FDA approved. Please discuss with your psychiatrist or primary care doctor for an individualized plan.
Yes
See this link...
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/depression/in-depth/antidepressants/art-20046273
and
https://www.health.harvard.edu/newsletter_article/what-are-the-real-risks-of-antidepressants