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List of drugs with suicide concerns

Sun, Aug 31, 2008 (6:42 a.m.)

A list of some prescription medications for which concerns have been raised involving suicidal thoughts and actions:

_All antidepressants. Drugs such as Prozac, Paxil, Wellbutrin and Zoloft carry required warnings that the medications can increase suicidal thinking and behavior in some children, adolescents and young adults.

_Anticonvulsives. Drugs such as Depakote, Lyrica and Neurontin are used to treat seizures and other conditions. A recent FDA analysis found a small increased risk of suicidal thinking and behavior. An advisory panel recommended against applying the agency's strongest warning to the drugs.

_Chantix. The FDA is investigating whether the smoking cessation drug triggers psychiatric symptoms.

_Singulair. The FDA is investigating whether the drug for asthma and allergies can prompt suicidal thoughts.

_Accutane. The acne drug carries a warning that it may cause suicidal thoughts and behavior in rare cases.

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