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Lexapro vs. Zoloft: How they differ

Medically reviewed by Mary Choy, PharmD Key Takeaways Lexapro and Zoloft work by increasing serotonin levels to treat mood ...
In the treatment of mental health disorders like depression and anxiety, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are often prescribed as first-line treatments. Among the most popular SSRIs are ...
Antidepressants are the most commonly prescribed medication for adults in the United States, research shows. Their use has dramatically increased since the advent of a class of antidepressants known ...