“What are the side effects of psychiatric medications?”

Side effects for psychiatric medication differ from one person to another and from one medication to another. The best way is to refer to your prescriber for any side effects from the medication.

Psychiatric medications can be very effective in treating anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions, but like all medications, they can come with side effects. The specific side effects depend on the medication, but common ones can include fatigue, dizziness, weight changes, sexual side effects, or trouble sleeping. Sometimes people also notice feeling emotionally flat or foggy. Most side effects improve over time or can be managed by adjusting the dose or switching medications. If you're noticing something that feels off, it’s worth bringing up with your prescriber. The goal is always to find a treatment that helps you feel more like yourself-not less.

Side effects can include drowsiness, weight gain, nausea, and sexual side effects, depending on the medication. Always discuss potential side effects with your doctor. For more information, please contact your mental health provider or, if you are in Texas, schedule an appointment with Mid Cities Psychiatry.

Too many to list. Do not take if not helping and try your best to get off in 6 - 12 months.

Your question is better phrased "What are the potential side effects of psychiatric medications?" Note that some people taking such a medication may have no side effects. There is no single answer. Each medicatiion is different, though similar ones have some side effects in common. Each person's vulnerability to side effects is different. But this can all be discusssed, and should be, with specifics, with the prescribing doctor.

It depends on what the medication is. The side effects should have been provided to you by the pharmacy. OR you can look them up online at the website of the medication if you no longer have the pharmacy paperwork.