Can You Take Antidepressants During TMS?

Yes, TMS may be used alongside oral antidepressants. Whether that's appropriate for you is a clinical decision — and you should never stop medication on your own.

Want to know if SAINT® is right for you?

Tell us about your treatment history and symptoms. A consultation is an evaluation, not a commitment — and it starts with your story.

TMS is a non-medication treatment, but that doesn't mean you need to stop your current medication to receive it. Many people continue taking antidepressants during a TMS course. Whether that's appropriate depends on your situation.

If you are currently taking antidepressants, do not stop, change, or adjust your medication without discussing it with your prescribing healthcare provider. Stopping medication suddenly can cause problems.

Curious whether you'd qualify?

If you've tried medication and you're still not yourself, you may be a candidate for SAINT®. Our team will give you a straight answer.

Whether to continue, adjust, or change medication during TMS is a decision made between you, your prescriber, and your TMS care team. Your full medication history is part of the consultation.

If you're starting a new antidepressant, it's often worth allowing adequate time to assess its effect before exploring other options. Your prescriber can help you think through the timing.

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The hardest part is usually the first phone call. Everything after that is a series of small, defined steps.