I
have a close relative taking both an acne treatment drug ( accutane) as
well as an anti-depressant. Both accutane and most anti-depressants are
link to suicidal ideation as one of the side effects.
Thus
this blog is my search on some common medications which have been
linked to suicidal ideation as a dangerous side effect. If you know of
someone taking medications as listed below, consult immediately your
physician if your love one shows some symptoms of suicidal thoughts.
I hope you find this blog helpful and informative.
Medications With Suicide Risks: What You Need to Know
Drugs may have any number of dangerous side effects, including an increased risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior. For instance, some drugs used to treat other conditions, including some antidepressants, acne treatment and smoking cessation medications, have been linked to suicidal thoughts.
Doctors and pharmacists have a responsibility to be aware and notify patients of any potential side effects of the medications they prescribe and dispense. Moreover, medical professionals and caregivers need to appropriately monitor and check in with the people under their care who are taking medications with these risks. Otherwise, these already vulnerable patients are at extreme risk of dying by suicide.
If you or a loved one has experienced suicidal thoughts or attempted suicide after taking a medication, seek medical assistance immediately. It is important to call your doctor right away if you or a loved one has experienced any unusual mood changes or changes in behavior after taking a drug. If you lost a loved one by suicide, talk to an experienced attorney to learn about your rights. Call 214-618-8222.
A List of Medications That Have Been Linked to Suicidal Thoughts of Behavior
The following are some of the brand names of drugs that have been linked to suicidal thoughts or behavior:
- Accutane (isotretinoin)
- Banzel (Rufinamide)
- Carbatrol, Equetro, Tegretol, Tegretol XR (carbamazepine)
- Celontin (methosuximide)
- Chantix (varenicline)
- Darvon and Darvocet (propoxyphene)
- Depakote, Depakote ER, Depakene (divalproex sodium)
- Depakene, Stavzor Extended Release Tablets (valproic acid)
- Dilantin Suspension (phenytoin)
- Felbatol (felbamate)
- Gabitril (tiagabine)
- Keppra (levetiracetam)
- Klonopin (clonazepam)
- Lamictal (lamotrigine)
- Mesantoin (mephenytoin)
- Mysoline (primidone)
- Neurontin (gabapentin)
- Paxil (paroxetine)
- Peganone (ethotoin)
- Prozac (fluoxetine)
- Topamax (topiramate)
- Tranxene (clorazepate)
- Tridione (trimethadione)
- Trileptal (oxcarbazepine)
- Vimpat (lacosamide)
- Zarontin (ethosuximide)
- Zonegran (zonisamide)
The following are some of the signs that a drug may be leading to suicidal thoughts:
- Worsening depression
- Anxiety
- Restlessness
- Trouble sleeping
- Panic attacks
- Anger
- Irritability
- Agitation
- Aggression
- Dangerous impulses or violence
- Extreme increases in activity or talking
Doctors are advised to monitor patients being treated with anti-epileptic drugs for the emergence or worsening of depression, suicidal thoughts or behavior, or any unusual changes in mood or behavior. Doctors and other Prescribers should also alert the patient's family members, after obtaining permission from the patient to do so, of signs indicating possible suicide risk. Failures to properly monitor and alert family members of risk are failures which can lead to a suicide attempt. Patients also should not change their treatment without first talking to their doctor.
For complete details read this site:
https://www.skipsimpson.com/suicide/medications-with-suicide-risks
Here are five therapies for coping up with suicidal thoughts
https://fherehab.com/learning/therapies-suicidal-thoughts
Meanwhile enjoy these 4 photos of Macrine(RIP) and I in our younger years.
The photos were taken at Los Angeles, Vancouver, Chicago and Washington DC respectively during the Annual Marinduque Associations Dinner Dances except for the bottom picture( MACA ) Marinduque Association of the Capital Are) Christmas Caroling Group).
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