Medicine, Drugs and Alcohol Increase Depression

Medicine, Drugs and Alcohol Increase Depression: "Medicine, Drugs and Alcohol May Cause Depression

Depression is a disorder of which millions of people suffer, and which is increasing every day. There are certain factors that cause this condition, such as the type of genetic and psychological makeup, but further also use of drugs, alcohol and addictive substances can increase depression when used over longer periods of time.

Sometimes depression can be increased by the side effect of certain medications, such as those which are used in the treatment of hypertension, select birth control pills (which affects the hormones and is known to be a possible cause for mood swings), use of steroids, and when using tranquilizers or sleeping pills.

Not all people react well to the intake of prescription medications, however, if taking any of these medicines and you notice exhaustion, irritability, insomnia, anxiety, and so on, it is recommended to see the who prescribed the medications.

It is also important to indicate to your prescribing doctor exactly what medications you have been taking to avoid medication that may cause cross side effects and interactions.

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