Antidepressant medications available online

Yes. Online doctors can prescribe antidepressants to treat a variety of conditions. After diagnosing your condition, the doctor will prescribe the best antidepressant for you. They will electronically send this prescription to the pharmacy of your choice.

Primary care physicians and psychiatrists are both qualified to prescribe antidepressants. At PlushCare, our primary care physicians commonly write prescriptions for antidepressants to treat anxiety and depression. For more complicated mental health conditions, a psychiatrist is recommended.

Antidepressant medications require a prescription. You cannot buy antidepressants over the counter and for a good reason. Most antidepressants have some side effects and drug interactions, and if/which you’ll be prescribed should be left up to a doctor to determine.

Yes. Our licensed doctors use the same guidelines and clinical tools to diagnose depression and anxiety online as a doctor would if you saw them in person. Schedule an appointment with a depression doctor at PlushCare today to get depression treatment online. PlushCare doctors can also help develop the right plan for you.

Antidepressants usually begin working within 6 weeks. It’s important to work with your doctor on finding an antidepressant medication that works for you. Since our brains are different, what works for one may not necessarily work for another.

Online doctors are perfect for anyone with mild to moderate anxiety or depression. However, PlushCare isn’t a good solution for patients with bipolar, schizophrenia, or psychosis or for pregnant, breastfeeding, or having a history of suicide attempts.

Yes, many of our patients see PlushCare doctors obtain refills of their antidepressant medications. Our doctors will provide a prescription refill if they determine that you qualify based on an online medical consultation. It’s convenient, and we accept all major insurance providers.

Yes. Our doctors commonly write prescriptions for anxiety medication for patients who qualify; that said, they cannot write prescriptions for controlled substances such as Xanax and Klonopin.

If you’re looking for a depression doctor near you, look no further. PlushCare doctors are qualified to treat depression and practice entirely online, meaning they’re always accessible to you. Our doctors can prescribe antidepressants, and our therapists can offer you therapy. To find a depression doctor near you, book an online medical appointment at PlushCare to speak with one of our board-certified physicians.

Doctors can diagnose depression in several ways, including a physical exam or psychiatric evaluation. A physiatrist may refer to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) to provide a diagnosis for depression.

The cost of antidepressants will depend on factors such as the type of antidepressant medication, the dosage prescribed, and whether you have insurance coverage. Whether the antidepressant is, a brand-name or generic will also affect the cost.

If a doctor decides that antidepressant medication would be an appropriate treatment, the antidepressant prescribed would be based on factors such as the patient's current symptoms, any other medications being taken, any pre-existing medical conditions, and the potential for side effects.

Only a licensed medical doctor or psychiatrist can prescribe antidepressants. While a therapist cannot prescribe antidepressants or depression medication, a therapist can refer a patient to a doctor or psychiatrist as part of their treatment for depression.

PlushCare offers online therapy for depression as part of our online mental health services.

Yes, primary care physicians can work with you to prescribe antidepressants when necessary. This is great news for anyone working closely with their primary care doctor to create a comprehensive healthcare plan.

Antidepressants are commonly used to treat depression and anxiety, among other conditions.

The American Psychiatric Association defines depression as a very serious medical illness that negatively affects how you think, act, and feel. When left untreated, it can greatly impact your overall quality of life, making it difficult to function or do what you used to enjoy. 

Depression affects millions of Americans each year. Major depression is among the most commonly seen mental health conditions in the United States.

While there are several symptoms of depression, some of the most commonly seen symptoms include:

• Having a loss of interest in things you used to enjoy

• Changes in appetite – weight loss/gain

• Fatigue

• Having a hard time concentrating

• Sleep changes – this could be sleeping too much or not being able to sleep enough

• Feeling sad

• Feeling guilty and or worthless

• Thoughts of suicide

Now that you know your primary care physician can prescribe antidepressants, let’s discuss which medications they can prescribe. Regarding medication choice, it will all come down to what you and your doctor think will work best based on your symptoms, other current medications, and your medical history.

With that being said, here are some of the most commonly prescribed antidepressants:

• Zoloft (sertraline)

• Lexapro (escitalopram)

• Cymbalta (duloxetine hydrochloride)

• Celexa (citalopram)

• Prozac (fluoxetine)

• Paxil (paroxetine)

While antidepressants are most commonly prescribed for depression treatment, depending on the medication, they can also be prescribed for other reasons. Here are some of the conditions antidepressants are prescribed for. 

• Depression

• OCD

• Anxiety

• Seasonal Affective Disorder

Yes, therapy is an effective treatment approach for depression. Many people with depression choose to try therapy instead of medication or do both at the same time for a faster recovery.

PlushCare offers online therapy across the U.S. so that you can get emotional support from a licensed professional. Our trusted therapists are highly trained to treat many mental health conditions, including depression and anxiety.  Start your first session with a licensed therapist today.

You’ll meet with your therapist weekly for ongoing care and support as you work through your treatment.

Many therapy patients report improved mood, raised energy levels, and reduced stress soon after starting therapy.

Some common side effects of antidepressants include jitters, nausea, dry mouth, weight gain, fatigue, and loss of sex drive. Talk to your PlushCare doctor for a complete list of antidepressant side effects.