A range of common drugs, many available over the counter, help to reduce depression.
Fish oils, statins and common painkillers like aspirin — all available over-the-counter — can help treat depression, new research concludes.
The positive effects of these anti-inflammatories are even stronger when taken with antidepressants.
The reason these drugs may help is because inflammation in the body can contribute to depression.
The research found that the most effective anti-inflammatory drugs are:
- Omega-3 fatty acids,
- statins,
- non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs),
- and minocyclines (a type of antibiotic).
The study also found that other anti-inflammatories, like steroids, modafinil and N-acetyl cysteine, were linked to a positive effect on depression.
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