How Do Antidepressants Help in Managing Gynecological Conditions?
Certain antidepressants, particularly those in the SSRI and SNRI classes, have been found effective in managing chronic pain conditions in gynecology. For example, medications such as amitriptyline and duloxetine can help alleviate chronic pelvic pain and pain associated with conditions like endometriosis. These medications work by modulating the pain pathways in the central nervous system.