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SSRI

SSRI An SSRI is a type of drug that raises serotonin levels between nerve cells by blocking its reuptake into the presynaptic cell, which extends serotonin’s effect on the receiving cell.

An SSRI is a type of drug that raises serotonin levels between nerve cells by blocking its reuptake into the presynaptic cell, which extends serotonin’s effect on the receiving cell. These medications are commonly used for depression and anxiety disorders, and are also used in some personality disorders and some cases of insomnia.