Brand Name:
Abilify

Generic Name:
aripiprazole

Generally Used For:
Depression, bi-polar & schizophrenia

Side Effects:
Headache, anxiety, insomnia, nausea & constipation

Brand Name:
Adderall

Generic Name:
amphetamine

Generally Used For:
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD)

Side Effects:
Insomnia, headache, dizziness nausea & stomach cramps, can be habit-forming

Brand Name:
Ativan

Generic Name:
lorazepam

Generally Used For:
Anxiety disorders

Side Effects:
Insomnia, drowsiness, blurred vision, nausea & skin rash, if used with certain medications can cause serious or life-threatening breathing problems, sedation or coma

Brand Name:
Buspar

Generic Name:
buspirone

Generally Used For:
Anxiety disorders GAD

Side Effects:
Drowsiness, fatigue, dry mouth, an increase in dreams, rare – allergic reaction

Brand Name:
Celexa

Generic Name:
citalopram

Generally Used For:
Depression, eating disorders, alcoholism, panic disorders, social phobia, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder

Side Effects:
Nausea, diarrhea, constipation, vomiting, stomach pain, heartburn, decreased appetite, weight loss, drowsiness, dry mouth, change in sex drive or ability, heavy menstrual periods, suicidal thoughts for children and young adults up to 24

Brand Name:
Clozaril

Generic Name:
clozapine

Generally Used For:
Schizophrenia

Side Effects:
Weight gain, constipation, drooling, muscle stiffness & sedation

Brand Name:
Cymbaltac

Generic Name:
duloxetine

Generally Used For:
Depression

Side Effects:
Blurred vision, appetite change headache, nausea & change in sex drive

Brand Name:
Depakote

Generic Name:
divalproex

Generally Used For:
Bi-polar disorder

Side Effects:
Diarrhea, constipation, weight loss or gain, bladder control, headache & hair loss or gain

Brand Name:
Effexor

Generic Name:
venlafaxine

Generally Used For:
Depression, anxiety & panic disorder

Side Effects:
Sweating, constipation, loss of appetite, nausea & weight loss

Brand Name:
Geodon

Generic Name:
ziprasidone

Generally Used For:
Schizophrenia & bi-polar disorder

Side Effects:
Constipation, drowsiness, headache, vomiting & upset stomach

Brand Name:
Haldol

Generic Name:
haloperidol

Generally Used For:
Schizophrenia

Side Effects:
Dry mouth, constipation, weight gain, & changes in menstrual cycle, increase in death during treatment for older adults with dementia

Brand Name:
Klonipin

Generic Name:
clonazepam

Generally Used For:
Panic disorder

Side Effects:
Headache, dizziness, constipation or diarrhea, insomnia, & increased saliva in mouth, if used with certain medications can cause serious or life-threatening breathing problems, sedation or coma

Brand Name:
Lamictal

Generic Name:
lamotrigine

Generally Used For:
Bi-polar disorder

Side Effects:
Insomnia, headache, tremors, vomiting & constipation or diarrhea, serious rashes

Brand Name:
Lexapro

Generic Name:
escitalopram

Generally Used For:
Depression, GAD

Side Effects:
Nausea, diarrhea, constipation, changes in sex drive, drowsiness, increased sweating, dizziness, dry mouth, increase appetite, flu-like symptoms, suicidal thoughts for children and young adults up to 24

Brand Name:
Lithane

Generic Name:
lithium carbonate

Generally Used For:
Bi-polar disorder

Side Effects:
Thirst, increased urination, muscle twitches & skin rash

Brand Name:
Paxil

Generic Name:
paroxetine

Generally Used For:
OCD, panic attacks & (PTSD)

Side Effects:
Change in appetite and weight, head-ache, sweating, tremors, muscle pain, constipation or diarrhea & drowsiness, suicidal thoughts for children and young adults up to 24

Brand Name:
Prozac

Generic Name:
fluoxetine

Generally Used For:
Depression, OCD & panic attacks

Side Effects:
Dry mouth, blurred vision, change in sex drive, flushing, headache, sweating, nausea & increased or decreased appetite, suicidal thoughts for children and young adults up to 24

Brand Name:
Risperdal

Generic Name:
risperidone

Generally Used For:
Bi-polar & some symptoms of autism

Side Effects:
Decreased sexual ability, constipation, insomnia, weight gain, vomiting, increase or decrease in saliva & drowsiness or dizziness

Brand Name:
Ritalin

Generic Name:
methylphenidate

Generally Used For:
(ADHD)

Side Effects:
Nervousness, insomnia, dizziness, nausea, loss of appetite, fatigue, dry mouth, stomach pain, diarrhea, and can be habit-forming

Brand Name:
Seroquel

Generic Name:
quetiapine

Generally Used For:
Schizophrenia & bi-polar disorder

Side Effects:
Change in sex drive or performance, upset stomach, weight gain, constipation, dizziness or drowsiness, & dry mouth

Brand Name:
Thorazine

Generic Name:
chlorpromazine

Generally Used For:
Schizophrenia & bi-polar disorder

Side Effects:
Dizziness, unusual or slowed movements of any part of body, agitation, insomnia, weight gain, change in sex drive, dry mouth, increase in death during treatment for older adults with dementia

Brand Name:
Wellbutrin

Generic Name:
bupropion

Generally Used For:
Depression

Side Effects:
Constipation, change in sex drive, headache, loss of appetite, tremors, weight loss & nausea

Brand Name:
Xanax

Generic Name:
alprazolam

Generally Used For:
Anxiety & panic disorders

Side Effects:
Changes in sex drive & changes in appetite, if used with certain medications can cause serious or life-threatening breathing problems, sedation or coma

Brand Name:
Zoloft

Generic Name:
sertraline

Generally Used For:
Depression

Side Effects:
Change in sex drive, sweating, nausea, tremors, diarrhea & change in appetite, suicidal thoughts for children and young adults up to 24