Psychiatry Res February 2020 PMID 31791704

A review of antibiotics, depression, and the gut microbiome.

Wen-Zhi Hao, Xiao-Juan Li, Pei-Wen Zhang, Jia-Xu Chen

Mentions

19
Peak: 8 in Jan 2020
across 3 sources since Jan 2020

Extended reach

78,808
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Total likes

34

Video views

324

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Jan 2020 – Mar 2025

Where it's discussed

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions reflect a cautious interest in the connection between antibiotics and depression, with mentions of specific drugs like minocycline and calls for more research, using language that indicates curiosity and recognition of the topic's importance, but without deep technical exchanges.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the review's relevance, with some mentioning specific antibiotics like minocycline as potentially beneficial or harmful.

InterestModerate interest

The posts show moderate curiosity, referencing the topic broadly and noting that some papers specifically address this area.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants engage by sharing brief opinions and noting the need for further research, indicating thoughtful consideration rather than superficial comments.

ImpactNeutral impact

The discussions show awareness of the topic's significance but lack deep exploration or calls to action, which limits perceived real-world impact.

Abstract in brief

  • Recent research suggests that disrupting gut bacteria through antibiotics can increase the risk of depression by affecting the brain-gut connection.
  • Antibiotics, whether taken in single or multiple courses, can alter the gut microbiome and influence depression via mechanisms involving nerve and glial cells, neurotransmitters, and other brain-related factors.
  • The review highlights how changes in gut bacteria may impact brain health through processes like inflammation, neurotrophic factors, and metabolites, offering insight into the antibiotic-depression link.]

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Scott Anderson
@Psychobiotic · X

A review of antibiotics, depression, and the gut microbiome. Minocycline may help depression, but other antibiotics may cause or exacerbate it. More studies, please! https://t.co/BGROPHoHnF

Jan 31, 2020 · 13 likes · 7 shares · 18,548 followers View post →
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@astralpajamas @goblinodds @SeanMombo https://t.co/EnhZWOLYEM https://t.co/XS19vx16Hu

Dec 9, 2022 · 8 likes · 15,766 followers View post →
Aine
@amobeirne · X

5) A review of antibiotics, depression, and the gut microbiome - https://t.co/VF5KRWcXTq

Apr 22, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 3,056 followers View post →
predo, mas pode chamar de pedro
@plpbs_ · X

@sofiacrvo Pior que tem paper que fala justamente sobre esse tipo de coisa: https://t.co/D8j5wzjA6k

Jun 14, 2022 · 1 like · 391 followers View post →
Thinking Autism
@TweetingAutism · X

RT @Psychobiotic: A review of antibiotics, depression, and the gut microbiome. Minocycline may help depression, but other antibiotics may…

Jan 31, 2020 · 7 shares · 14,356 followers View post →
Agnes Ayton
@AgnesAyton · X

RT @Psychobiotic: A review of antibiotics, depression, and the gut microbiome. Minocycline may help depression, but other antibiotics may…

Jan 31, 2020 · 7 shares · 7,404 followers View post →

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Aine
@amobeirne · X

RT @amobeirne: 5) A review of antibiotics, depression, and the gut microbiome - https://t.co/VF5KRWcXTq

Jul 14, 2023 · 1 share · 3,056 followers View post →
Aine
@amobeirne · X

5) A review of antibiotics, depression, and the gut microbiome - https://t.co/VF5KRWcXTq

Apr 22, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 3,056 followers View post →
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@seconds_0 · X

@astralpajamas @goblinodds @SeanMombo https://t.co/EnhZWOLYEM https://t.co/XS19vx16Hu

Dec 9, 2022 · 8 likes · 15,766 followers View post →
predo, mas pode chamar de pedro
@plpbs_ · X

@sofiacrvo Pior que tem paper que fala justamente sobre esse tipo de coisa: https://t.co/D8j5wzjA6k

Jun 14, 2022 · 1 like · 391 followers View post →
Peter Dingle (PhD)
@drdingle · X

Antibiotics, Depression, and the Gut Microbiome https://t.co/Dp8oGHpZ7a

Jun 3, 2020 · 2,295 followers View post →
Mikhail Lebedev
@LebedevMikhailA · X

RT @Psychobiotic: A review of antibiotics, depression, and the gut microbiome. Minocycline may help depression, but other antibiotics may…

Jan 31, 2020 · 7 shares · 4,928 followers View post →
Dr. Suzana Mantovani
@Tweet_Nutrition · X

RT @Psychobiotic: A review of antibiotics, depression, and the gut microbiome. Minocycline may help depression, but other antibiotics may…

Jan 31, 2020 · 7 shares · 4,572 followers View post →
Thinking Autism
@TweetingAutism · X

RT @Psychobiotic: A review of antibiotics, depression, and the gut microbiome. Minocycline may help depression, but other antibiotics may…

Jan 31, 2020 · 7 shares · 14,356 followers View post →
Diana
@PharmphoodTM · X

RT @Psychobiotic: A review of antibiotics, depression, and the gut microbiome. Minocycline may help depression, but other antibiotics may…

Jan 31, 2020 · 7 shares · 564 followers View post →
Mady Hornig, MA, MD
@mhornig · X

RT @Psychobiotic: A review of antibiotics, depression, and the gut microbiome. Minocycline may help depression, but other antibiotics may…

Jan 31, 2020 · 7 shares · 2,982 followers View post →
Agnes Ayton
@AgnesAyton · X

RT @Psychobiotic: A review of antibiotics, depression, and the gut microbiome. Minocycline may help depression, but other antibiotics may…

Jan 31, 2020 · 7 shares · 7,404 followers View post →
susi
@susi38532167 · X

RT @Psychobiotic: A review of antibiotics, depression, and the gut microbiome. Minocycline may help depression, but other antibiotics may…

Jan 31, 2020 · 7 shares · 450 followers View post →
Scott Anderson
@Psychobiotic · X

A review of antibiotics, depression, and the gut microbiome. Minocycline may help depression, but other antibiotics may cause or exacerbate it. More studies, please! https://t.co/BGROPHoHnF

Jan 31, 2020 · 13 likes · 7 shares · 18,548 followers View post →