List of drugs with suicide concerns
Author: The Associated Press
Sep 01, 2008
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.