Lustral is primarily used to manage major depressive disorder. The medication improves mood and reduces symptoms associated with this disorder, such as feelings of frustration and loss of interest in daily activities. It is effective in treating obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and reducing the obsessions and compulsions that affect the lives of those afflicted with this disorder.
Lustral helps relieve intense anxiety attacks and tension experienced by some in everyday, normal situations. It is also used to reduce psychological symptoms resulting from severe trauma, including recurrent thoughts about the traumatic event and nightmares. This medication helps patients who have difficulty dealing with social situations due to excessive feelings of shame or fear of negative evaluation.