Prescription Drugs and Suicide

When you or a family member are prescribed medication for physical symptoms or ailments, pull out the literature and read what the mental ramifications might be.

Narconon Drug Rehab in Georgia warns that taking medications without properly knowing the side effects, both mental and physical effects, can be deadly.

“We have been educated as a public on possible anxiety medication side effects, which include suicide,” comments Mary Rieser, Executive Director for Narconon Drug Rehab in Georgia.  “However, other drugs possibly present such risks and it may be years before we are officially warned.  While officials are reviewing possible mental reactions to medications for asthma, seizures and smoking, the only warning you may get that a medication can cause suicidal thoughts will be in that piece of paper that comes with medication.  Read it.

“If you or a family member experiences a change of mood or emotional roller coaster after starting a new medication, call your doctor immediately.  Don’t be concerned that you are a bother or may look stupid.  Your doctor would want the opportunity to address any difficulties with medication before it is too late.

“Be aware of what drugs may possibly interact with what you are prescribed. Studies have shown that mixing opiates such as OxyContin, Percocet, opiate subsitutes, such as methadone, with other drugs or alcohol can be fatal.”

 An FDA official said that while many drugs can get into the brain, "there is no compelling reason to think that more than a few are associated with suicidality."

For families who have lost a loved one to suicide “more than a few” is too many.

Be safe.  Know the facts.

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