New study explains how antidepressants can protect against infections and sepsis
Salk scientists discover SSRI Prozac regulates immune response and prevents sepsis in mice, demonstrating potential new use for the popular drug
LA JOLLA—Antidepressants like Prozac are commonly prescribed to treat mental health disorders, but new research suggests they could also protect against serious infections and life-threatening sepsis. Scientists at the Salk Institute have now uncovered how the drugs are able to regulate the immune system and defend against infectious disease—insights that could lead to a new generation of life-saving treatments…