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Death, Depression and AEDs
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“Suicide Risk from 11 Anti-Epilepsy Drugs,” headlines blared across the country.
But we’re still here.
Was it sensationalism by the journalists, irresponsibility by the pharmaceutical industry or laxness of the FDA?
The answer is none of the above. And, by the way, they forgot to include antidepressants.
At best, I’d call it a misunderstanding. At worst, I’d call it manipulation.
Tags: anti-epilepsy drugs, antidepressants, depakote, depression, depression-anxiety-suicidal behavior, Felbatol, Gabitril, Keppra, Lamictal, Lyrica, Neurontin, Tegretol, Topamax, Trileptal, Zonegran
Depressing news about popular painkillers
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Popping an aspirin or ibuprofen may seem like a good idea when you have a minor ache or pain. But these NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs), could be affecting your antidepressant. And not in a good way.
Especially if you’re taking a popular SSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor) like Celexa, Zoloft, Paxil, Prozac or Lexapro.
According to a new report published April 25, in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the effectiveness of SSRI antidepressants was reduced by 15% when taken alongside anti-inflammatory drugs…
Will that antidepressant work for YOU?
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“People with a history of depression have a 3 to 7 times higher risk of developing epilepsy…”
Tags: Anti-psychotic medications, antidepressants, Epilepsy, MAOIs, serotonin reuptake inhibitors, side-effects, SNRIs., SSRI, TCAs
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