“Do antidepressants work for anxiety?”

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“Do antidepressants work for anxiety?”

I am a 29 year old female and I was diagnosed with anxiety. Do antidepressants work for anxiety?

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**Mr. Irwin I. Rosenfeld** Psychiatrist Laguna Hills, California · Accepted Answer

Mr. Irwin I. Rosenfeld Psychiatrist Laguna Hills, California

Sometimes. It depends on which antidepressant also, as some work better than others, and some don't work at all.

**Dr. Edward M. Paul** Psychiatrist New York, New York · Accepted Answer

Dr. Edward M. Paul Psychiatrist New York, New York

SSRI, e.g., fluoxetine, SNRI, e.g., venlafaxine, and MAO inhibitors all treat anxiety. Bupropion usually doesn't.

**Loary Coates** Counselor/Therapist · Accepted Answer

Loary Coates Counselor/Therapist

Some do but it is best to check with a physician.

**Dr. David J. Koehn** Psychologist Fort Myers, Florida · Accepted Answer

Dr. David J. Koehn Psychologist Fort Myers, Florida

Take a look at this link.
https://www.webmd.com/anxiety-panic/qa/how-are-antidepressants-used-to-treat-generalized-anxiety-disorder