Since the original SSRI's were released, new antidepressants have been developed, including Serzone and Remeron. These newer antidepressants are called _____ and they affect serotonin levels but via a somewhat different mechanism than SSRIs.

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Serzone and Remeron are examples of dual-action antidepressants, which affect serotonin levels through a different mechanism than SSRIs. Dual-action antidepressants not only block the reuptake of serotonin, but also target other neurotransmitters, such as norepinephrine and dopamine, to improve mood. MAO inhibitors target an enzyme that breaks down serotonin in the brain, tricyclics block the reuptake of both serotonin and norepinephrine, and dual-reuptake inhibitors target both serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake.

Since the Original SSRI's Were Released, New Antidepressants Have Been