New Labels May Help Avert Suicides
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The FDA has proposed a new label warning on antidepressants in an attempt to make people aware that the drugs that are prescribed to help them, may actually be killing them. According to the U.S. Government on Wednesday, studies have confirmed that antidepressants increase the risk of suicidal behavior for people up to age 24, the government said Wednesday. Besides the warning labels, however, the government and FDA have noted that antidepressant users of all ages should be closely monitored.The biggest impact on users seems to be in the younger age groups. However, any age user can be affected by drugs negatively. Doctors need to step up and watch their patients more closely. In addition, patients need to be more aware of the risks and make more informed decisions when taking medications. Clearly, there needs to be more discussion between both camps.
Bottom line here, however, buyer beware; there simply isn’t a magic bullet to cure depression — yet.
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