Types of Depression: Medication-Induced Depression

Many people do not realize that a number of common prescription drugs have side effects that can induce depression. Prescription drugs with depressive side effects include:

• cardiac drugs and hypertensives
• sedatives, steroids
• stimulants
• antibiotics
• antifungal drugs
• analgesics

Usually, once the offending medication is discontinued, the depressive symptoms stop as well. If depressive symptoms caused by the substance continue, psychological therapy may be necessary.