SNRI
Dual reuptake inhibitor
SNRI stands for serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor, a class of antidepressant medications that increase levels of both serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain.
Common SNRIs include venlafaxine (Effexor) and duloxetine (Cymbalta).
They're prescribed for depression, anxiety disorders, and chronic pain conditions.
My doctor switched me from an SSRI to an SNRI.
Neurotransmitter recapture by neurons
- inhibitorAgent that slows reactions
- norepinephrineAlertness and stress hormone
- medicationTherapeutic substance for illness
- prescriptionMedical dispensing authorization
dosage · titration · discontinuation · withdrawal · tapering · half-life · metabolite · generic
Alertness and stress hormone
- reuptakeNeurotransmitter recapture by neurons
- transporterOne who conveys cargo
- synapseNerve signal crossing point
- neurotransmitterSynaptic chemical messenger
receptor · binding · affinity · selectivity · neurochemistry · synaptic · cleft · presynaptic
Prolonged low state
- anxietyPersistent apprehensive distress
- fibromyalgiaChronic widespread musculoskeletal pain condition
- neuropathyDamage to peripheral nerves
- panicUncontrollable sudden fear
stress · remission · response · efficacy · augmentation · monotherapy · first-line · second-line
Pre-vomiting stomach discomfort
- headacheCranial pain
- dizzinessUnsteady, spinning sensation
- insomniaPersistent inability to rest
- sweatingMoisture through pores
constipation · fatigue · hypertension · tremor · tolerance · adjustment
reuptake
Neurotransmitter recapture by neurons
- inhibitorAgent that slows reactions
- norepinephrineAlertness and stress hormone
- medicationTherapeutic substance for illness
prescription · dosage · titration · discontinuation · withdrawal · tapering · half-life · metabolite · generic · brand
norepinephrine
Alertness and stress hormone
- reuptakeNeurotransmitter recapture by neurons
- transporterOne who conveys cargo
- synapseNerve signal crossing point
neurotransmitter · receptor · binding · affinity · selectivity · neurochemistry · synaptic · cleft · presynaptic · modulation
depression
Prolonged low state
- anxietyPersistent apprehensive distress
- fibromyalgiaChronic widespread musculoskeletal pain condition
- neuropathyDamage to peripheral nerves
panic · stress · remission · response · efficacy · augmentation · monotherapy · first-line · second-line · off-label
nausea
Pre-vomiting stomach discomfort
sweating · constipation · fatigue · hypertension · tremor · tolerance · adjustment
SNRIMAOI
Enzyme-inhibiting psychiatric medication
dopamine antagonist · placebo · SSRI · beta-blocker · benzodiazepine
SNRIcognitive behavioral therapy
Treatment restructuring harmful thought patterns
psychotherapy · talk therapy · electroconvulsive therapy · exercise therapy · CBT