I have been prescribed 50mg of sertraline but am currently having laser sessions. I could stop the laser sessions but would lose a lot of money which I paid before. I have read that due to photosensitivity, some antidepressants cannot be taken whilst receiving laser, but are there any antidepressants that can be taken? I feel as though I need them but also don't want to lose the money I've spent on these sessions, so was wondering if there was any way around it. Thanks.
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