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How long does it take to treat depression with medications?

I have depression and want to treat it. How long does it take to treat depression with medications?

1 Answer

Most individuals begin to notice improvement even within 7 to 10 days, however, optimal response is observed once the individual has been on an adequate dose for an adequate period of time. Typically, 6 to 8 weeks is a good timeframe to expect significant response if the dose is appropriate.