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SELECTIVE-SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITOR

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Selective-Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor.

Selective-Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor - as a noun

An antidepressant drug that acts by blocking the reuptake of serotonin so that more serotonin is available to act on receptors in the brain

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ssri
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
antidepressant17antidepressant drug
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Example Sentences

"My doctor recommended starting a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor for my anxiety."
"The side effects of selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitors can include nausea and dizziness."
"She experienced significant improvement in her mood after taking a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor."
"It is important to follow the prescribed dosage of selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitors."
"Some people may require a higher dose of selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitors to see the desired effect."
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