| abstract |
This invention is directed in one embodiment to pharmaceutical compositions and methods for treating depression in a mammal. To a mammal in need of such treatment are administered: (i) at least one serotonin reuptake inhibitor or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; and (ii) at least one norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein the norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor is selected from the group consisting of Structure II, Structure III, and Structure IV as defined herein. |