Vitamins & Supplements TIANEPTINE

Tianeptine

Overview Information

Tianeptine is a prescription drug for depression in some European, Asian, and Latin American countries. Tianeptine is not approved as a prescription drug or dietary supplement in the U.S.

Tianeptine is most commonly used for depression. It is also used for pain, asthma, anxiety, and other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses. Tianeptine might also be unsafe. Tianeptine has been associated with dependence, withdrawal, and serious adverse events including death.

How does it work?

Tianeptine is chemical that affects brain chemicals. It seems to affect mood when used in low doses. In higher doses, it works like an opioid and can cause addiction and other serious side effects. It can also cause withdrawal.