Tianeptine

Tianeptine is a French drug which treats depression through the alteration of serotonin metabolism. What is interesting about Tianeptine is that it actually works using a mechanism which is just about the polar opposite of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. Tianeptine is actually classified as a serotonin reuptake accelerator.

How does Tianeptine Work? Tianeptine works in increase serotonic activity by causing the quick removal of serotonin from the synape into the brain cells. SSRIs aim to elevate synaptic serotonin level by doing just the opposite of this.

Negative aspects of Tianeptine: Tianeptine has a short half life. It is exceptionally important that patient adhere to taking their regularly scheduled doses.

Tianeptine Possitives: Tianeptine dosage levels do not require prescription level alteration for drug or alcohol abusers. Tianeptine also does not interact with many other drugs, and has a low probability for abuse. This means that Tianeptine may be a good choice for drug abusers or elderly depressed patients.