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Efficacy for Depression

How much of an effect does this treatment have on: Depression?

Major 38% 9
Moderate 38% 9
Slight 21% 5
Can't tell 4% 1

Adherence

In general, do you take this treatment as prescribed?

Always 77% 46
Usually 22% 13
Sometimes 2% 1
Never 0% 0

Burden

How much of a burden is it for you to be on this treatment?

Major 8% 5
Moderate 5% 3
Slight 18% 11
None 68% 41

Side-effects

Overall, how much of a problem are the side-effects from this treatment?

Severe 8% 5
Moderate 12% 7
Mild 32% 19
None 48% 29

Specific Side Effects

Sexual Side Effects 22% 13
Jitteriness 13% 8
Sexual dysfunction 10% 6
Emotional Numbness 10% 6
Agitation 8% 5
Nauseated 7% 4
Difficulty concentrating (slight) 7% 4
Anxiety 7% 4
Depression 5% 3
Fatigue 2% 1
Visual hallucinations 2% 1
rash and itching 2% 1
pain in esophogus 2% 1
intermittent hypomannia 2% 1
thirst 2% 1
increased appetite 2% 1
Weight gain 2% 1
Headaches 2% 1
Vivid dreams 2% 1
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  • Moderate
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Cost

Approximately how much do you pay out of pocket for this treatment?

$200+ 0% 0
$100-199 2% 1
$50-99 0% 0
$25-49 5% 3
less than $25 58% 35
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