Dangers of Antidepressant Drugs

Paxil Linked to Suicide Attempts in Adults

2005-08-21T23:49:00.000-04:00

The antidepressant Seroxat has been linked to an increase in suicide attempts among adults. Researchers suggest that patients and doctors should be warned of the propensity to suicidal thoughts while on the drug. Experts have already warned that Seroxat is not suitable for children and adolescents due to an increased risk of self harm. In the new study of 916 adults on the drug, seven

Celexa Suicide: One of Many

2005-08-19T12:48:00.000-04:00

Jim Torlakson uses art to make a statementBy Chris HunterDaughter's suicide sparks advocacy role By Chris Hunter When a parent outlives a child, we all can sympathize with the grief that remains.Sometimes, the specific tragedy can inspire a kind of rebirth through advocacy. In national news, Bay Area resident Cindy Sheehan has been inspired by the death of her son in Iraq to challenge President

Dr. Hy Bloom

2005-08-19T09:56:00.000-04:00

I have been seeing Dr. HY BLOOM a highly educated and well respected doctor specializing in in Workplace Conflict and Violence Prevention and Management. Dr. Bloom B.A., LL.B., M.D., F.R.C.P.(C) received his LL.B. from McGill University in 1978, and his M.D. from McMaster University in 1984. He was called to the Bar of Ontario in 1980. Hy has also co-authored a book as well called "Defending

FDA Reviews Data for Antidepressant Use in Adults

2005-08-19T09:19:00.000-04:00

In response to recent scientific publications that report the possibility of increased risk of suicidal behavior in adults treated with antidepressants, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Public Health Advisory (PHA) to update patients and healthcare providers with the latest information on this subject. Even before the publication of these recent

PSYCHIATRIC DRUGS DO CAUSE VIOLENCE AND SUICIDE

2005-08-19T09:06:00.000-04:00

PSYCHIATRIC DRUGS DO CAUSE VIOLENCE AND SUICIDE Group says psychiatrists are accountable for ignoring evidence of antidepressant causing homicidal and suicidal reactions in order to protect billion dollar cash-cow The Citizens Commission on Human Rights (CCHR) applauds the British Medical Journal (BMJ) for turning over documents to U.S. officials confirming the violence

Happiness in a Bottle?

2005-08-19T08:15:00.000-04:00

or Death in a Bottle? Has the U.S. been tricked into believing prescription pills can cure everything? Despite all the news about their dangers they are still pushing these drugs out to market. According to recent drug ads we can cure every ailment from depression, anxiety, insomnia, hyperactivity, even the change of life. When did Americans become so gullible? Could it be that when the

Harvard psychiatrist charges Eli Lilly lied about Prozac, hid suicide evidence

2005-08-19T08:06:00.000-04:00

Eli Lilly lied about Prozac, hid suicide evidence, charges Harvard psychiatrist Eli Lilly treated the American public "like guinea pigs" says Harvard psychiatrist Martin Teicher. He goes on to explain how Eli Lilly was engaged in widespread scientific fraud in the cherry picking of individuals for drug trial results. Basically, if anyone in the drug trial began to show suicidal behavior,

Prozac had 1200% higher suicide rate

2005-08-19T07:57:00.000-04:00

Eli Lilly knew Prozac had 1200% higher suicide rate than otherantidepressants It's yet another example of the widespread negligent actions committed by Big Pharma in the quest for profits. It's not just Vioxx, Bextra or Celebrex. Now the truth is finally starting to come out on antidepressantdrugs like Prozac. And what is the truth? That drug makers like Eli Lilly not only knew their star drugs

Antidepressants continue to be linked to suicidal thoughts

2005-08-19T07:55:00.000-04:00

Antidepressants linked to suicidal thoughts:Studies continue to pour in linking antidepressants of all types to increase suicidal thoughts in patients with depression. For at least two years, researchers have found that children and adolescents on depression pills tend to have more thoughts of suicide, and now scientists are discovering the same trend among adults as well. Be sure to read the

Paxil®: Paroxetine - side effects/adverse reactions:

2005-08-10T15:48:00.000-04:00

Paxil®: Paroxetine - side effects/adverse reactions:central nervous system: Headache, nervousness, insomnia, drowsiness, anxiety, tremor, dizziness, fatigue, sedation, abnormal dreams, agitation, apathy, euphoria, hallucinations, delusions, psychosis.gastrointestinal: Nausea, diarrhea, dry mouth, anorexia, dyspepsia, constipation, cramps, vomiting, taste changes, flatulence, decreased

The FDA finally admits antidepressant drugs cause suicidal tendencies

2005-08-10T15:43:00.000-04:00

The FDA has now finally admitted that children who use antidepressant drugsare 180 percent more likely to have suicidal tendencies than children takingplacebos. This is after the agency stalled for months by requesting anindependent investigation of the research data, during which antidepressantdrugs continued to be prescribed in huge numbers to children around thecountry and around the world --

Zoloft is not for everyone

2005-08-05T06:54:00.000-04:00

Zoloft is not for everyone. People who enjoy living should not take Zoloft. Side effects may include, dry mouth, constant uncontrollable rages, insomnia, sexual side effects, diarrhea, nausea, sleeplessness, and a compelling urge to harm ones self or others. You may experience the need to throw your self in front of a Mac truck, slash your self repeatedly or even drown your children. While Zoloft

FRESNO / Girl, 11, to go on trial for rock incident / Mayor stands by police in face of ethnic bias claim

2005-08-04T11:13:00.000-04:00

"Fresno -- Until the afternoon of April 29, 11-year-old Maribel Cuevas' only connection with law enforcement was involvement in a mentoring program sponsored by the Police Activities League. But that day a rock she says slipped from her hand struck Elijah Vang, 8, in the forehead. A 911 call led to Maribel being arrested by Fresno police officers, handcuffed and taken to Juvenile Hall, where she

USATODAY.com - Diabetes threat looms even as life begins

2005-08-04T10:38:00.000-04:00

USATODAY.com - Diabetes threat looms even as life begins: "Among all the worries that plague pregnant women, one that had been relatively rare seems to be increasing along with the plumping of America. Gestational diabetes � a condition that occurs during pregnancy and usually disappears when the baby is born � is being diagnosed more often and in younger women, doctors say. 'We're seeing

CNN.com - The master chef who killed himself - Jul 27, 2005

2005-08-02T15:31:00.000-04:00

CNN.com - The master chef who killed himself - Jul 27, 2005: "(CNN) -- From the time he was a teenager, Bernard Loiseau had one overarching ambition: to be the chef of a restaurant rated three stars in France's annual Michelin Guide, the leading arbiter of the country's restaurants. For years, he drove himself towards his goal. He learned the trade, training under some of France's finest kitchen

Site Map

2005-08-02T11:26:00.000-04:00

Serzone Withdraw - Side Effects - DeathIf Someone You Know Is DepressedAntidepressant Drug Gone BadTwo Months of Hell on Luvox, Effexor, Paxil and Zoloft Hidden Dangers of SSRI MedicationsList of medications receiving a boxed warningSuicidality in Adults Being Treated with AntidepressantDealing with the Depths of DepressionDangers of Pediatric PolypharmacyThe Missing DollarWord Wisdom – Are You

Mesothelioma Cancer - Resources for Mesothelioma Patients

2005-08-01T22:19:00.000-04:00

Mesothelioma Cancer is a rare cancer often associated with asbestos. If you or a loved one have been exposed to asbestos you can find out more here: Mesothelioma Web - Resources for Mesothelioma Patients: "Before the Internet, it was very hard to find comprehensive information on mesothelioma in a timely manner. Now, with the development of the Internet there is so much information available

Dangers of Pediatric Polypharmacy

2005-08-01T22:07:00.000-04:00

Dangers of pediatric polypharmacy for psychiatric symptomsPediatric polypharmacy, the practice of prescribing two or more medications for psychiatric symptoms in children, is on the rise in the United States, raising concern about unknown side effects, according to a new study appearing in the August issue of the journal Psychiatry 2005.I-Newswire) - "This is a critical issue - it's not uncommon

Adults Vulnerable to Suicidal Effects of Antidepressants

2005-08-01T15:50:00.000-04:00

Patients taking selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), the most commonly prescribed class of antidepressants, may be at an increased risk of suicidal and violent behavior. While there has been previous debate on whether or not antidepressant drugs increase the risk of suicide and violence in some children, recent studies concerning the suicide risk of people over age 18 have widened the

If Someone You Know Is Depressed

2005-08-01T14:54:00.000-04:00

If Someone You Know Is DepressedTo help someone recover from depression:Encourage the person to make an appointment with a doctor, or make the appointment yourself. You may want to go along for support. Encourage the person to stick with the treatment plan, and work with their doctor to get off any medications. Improvement may take several weeks. If no improvement occurs, encourage the person to

Dealing with the Depths of Depression

2005-08-01T14:51:00.000-04:00

Dealing with the Depths of Depression: "Imagine attending a party with these prominent guests: Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Robert Schumann, Ludwig von Beethoven, Edgar Allen Poe, Mark Twain, Vincent van Gogh, and Georgia O'Keefe. Maybe Schumann and Beethoven are at the dinner table intently discussing the crescendos in their most recent scores, while Twain sits on a couch telling Poe

Faith in the Faithless

2005-08-01T00:04:00.000-04:00

We put so much faith in the ones who have no faith. Drug companies are not out for the greater good, they are out for money. While some of their products have been exceptional, lately any of the antidepressant drugs have been near criminal to release yet alone prescribe to the masses. How do so many people trust the recommendation and information they receive from these companies when they

Serzone Withdraw - Side Effects - Death

2005-07-31T21:22:00.000-04:00

I know this is old news to many of you, but I just wanted to show you another case of bad medicine. There are so many to list now, my advise is to not take any.The beleaguered antidepressant drug Serzone (nefazodone) will soon be withdrawn from yet another market, leaving it available only in the US and Australia. In an October 2, 2003 letter to Canadian health care professionals, Bristol-Myers

What is Viagra® and How Does It Work?

2005-07-31T20:47:00.000-04:00

Okay, I know it's not an antidepressant, but I thought I would share with you what Viagra is since so many of us get told we need it daily by a email.Viagra (made by Pfizer) is used for the treatment of male impotency. The active ingredient in Viagra is a specific inhibitor of phosphodiesterase 5. Phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE5) cleaves the ring form of cyclic GMP (cGMP) a cellular second messenger

List of medications receiving a boxed warning

2005-07-31T17:39:00.000-04:00

List of medication drugs receiving a boxed warning, other product labeling changes, and a Medication Guide pertaining to pediatric suicidality, and negative side effects.1. Anafranil (clomipramine)2. Asendin (amoxapine)3. Aventyl (nortriptyline)4. Celexa (citalopram hydrobromide)5. Cymbalta (duloxetine)6. Desyrel (trazodone HCl)7. Elavil (amitriptyline)8. Effexor (venlafaxine HCl)9. Etrafon (

Two Months of Hell on Luvox, Effexor, Paxil and Zoloft

2005-07-31T16:49:00.000-04:00

Hi, I am not a teenager, but I was put on my first anti-depressant at 25 years of age. I was mostly depressed about my relationship at the time, but had always been anxious and unmotivated so I thought the doctor was correct.I lived through two months of absolute Hell. First Luvox, then Effexor, then Paxil, then Zoloft...all of which I had severe tremors and dystonia while taking within days. My

Hidden Dangers of SSRI Medications

2005-07-31T16:13:00.000-04:00

Judging by all the spam I get in my Inbox for on-line/off-shore sources for Paxil, Prozac, Zoloft and other SSRI medications, it's pretty clear that this is an important subject to address. As you'll see in the article, The Hidden Dangers of SSRI Antidepressants, these SSRI antidepressant medications are a serious threat to your life. If you, or anyone you know, is using one of these medications,

Antidepressant Drug Gone Bad

2005-07-31T15:47:00.000-04:00

Another story of a antidepressant drug gone bad.WASHINGTON — Seven years ago, Mark Miller's 13-year-old son, Matt, who loved to ride bikes and play video games and excelled at making origami animals, hanged himself in his bedroom closet. His parents were devastated — and mystified.He had never threatened suicide," Miller recalled. "The only thing that had changed that week in his life was the

Health Canada - PAXIL® Saftey

2005-07-31T14:16:00.000-04:00

Dear Health Care Professional:GlaxoSmithKline Inc., following discussions with Health Canada, is alerting you to important emerging safety information regarding reports of possible suicide-related adverse events in pediatric patients treated with PAXIL®. The following information will be incorporated into the Product Monograph:Until further information is available, PAXIL® (paroxetine

Discovery Space Shuttle Tile Damage

2005-07-31T14:06:00.000-04:00

NASA engineers have determined that the space shuttle Discovery can safely return to Earth and that the shuttle's thermal tiles are not a safety hazard, Wayne Hale deputy shuttle manager said Saturday night. While a detailed examination of Discovery's exterior by high-resolution cameras and lasers showed no serious damage, three areas of interest are being evaluated further. They have also

Eminem's New Apartment

2005-07-28T14:21:00.000-04:00

Eminem's New Apartment: "Eminem who has been on the road for the past few months with his anger management tour, has bought himself a new apartment in Las Vegas. Em has bought the appartment in which it is still under construction at Palms Place. He payed about half a million dollars for it and the place includes a pool and spa along with a few other perks such as VIP service to all the

Mariah Carey Preformance

2005-07-28T14:20:00.000-04:00

Mariah Carey Preformance: "Mariah Carey is being confirmed as one of the preformers for the MTV Video Music Awards ceremony. Mariah has been nominated for a couple awards one including best female video for her single We Belong Together which has been a huge chart topper in the US. The awards will be given out August 28 in gorgeous Miami and the host for the evening will be none other then P

Leonardo Dicaprio's files a restraing order

2005-07-28T14:19:00.000-04:00

Leonardo Dicaprio's files a restraing order: "Leonardo Dicaprio has appearently taken out a retraining order from a man who lives in Nevada. The man has been sending leters to Dicaprio after missing out on job the star had. Dicaprio owns property out in sin city and filed the order there."

Usher A Dad?

2005-07-28T14:18:00.000-04:00

Usher A Dad?: "There have been some reports or should I say rumors that R&B singer Usher is going to be a father. The rumors had started when Usher's recent girlfriend had patted her stomach during a photoshoot but Usher's publist's says 'He was simply putting his arm around Eishia to pull her closer in to take the photo'. The couple had started dating once Eishia broke of her relationship with

Jennifer Lopez Not A Diva

2005-07-25T11:06:00.000-04:00

Jennifer Lopez Not A Diva: "Jennifer Lopez is saying that she is not a diva and that it is the people who work around her that tell everyone she is and make her look like one. Jennifer has been known to have these crazy demands for..."

Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon

2005-07-24T16:49:00.000-04:00

Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon: "Does any one still play this game? What's the most entertaining variation of the Six Degrees of Bacon game? Haven't played the Kevin Bacon game before? Here is the basics of it:"

Laser Hair Removal

2005-07-23T14:23:00.000-04:00

Laser Hair Removal: "What is laser hair removal? If you have been thinking about laser hair removal treatments, here is some information you should consider regarding the effectiveness and safety before you decide what is the method of hair removal for you..."

Hollywood Pulse Frequent Rider Miles

2005-07-19T14:45:00.000-04:00

Hollywood Pulse Frequent Rider Miles: "Hollywood Pulse is please to announce the new 'Frequent Rider Miles' Card! Now you can earn points for your promiscuous infidelity! Forget who you spent last Friday night with? No problem, simply check your... "

Pam Anderson Set To Marry Tommy Lee

2005-07-19T14:44:00.000-04:00

Pam Anderson Set To Marry Tommy Lee: "Pamela Anderson has decided to re-marry her former ex husband Tommy Lee once again. It is being reported that Tommy has proposed to his on again off again love yet again. Appearently friends and family are really... "

Eminem Quits

2005-07-18T08:47:00.000-04:00

Eminem Quits: "It is being said by one of Eminem' friends and bandmate Proof from D12 that Eminem is going to quit his day job once... "

Kate Hudson Experience With Drugs

2005-07-18T08:45:00.001-04:00

Kate Hudson Experience With Drugs: "Kate Hudson daughter of Goldie Hawn has confessed to doing drugs. The actress has said... "

Jude Law Cheated

2005-07-18T08:45:00.000-04:00

Jude Law Cheated: "Jude Law has addmited to his soon to be wife Sienna Miller that he has cheated on her with the nanny who takes care of his children from his first marriage to Sadie Frost. Jude has said... "

No Cure For Humans

2005-07-16T18:57:00.000-04:00

No Cure For Humans: "Planetary Disease Control - July 16, 2005In the latest meeting of the planets on disease control the hot topic of discussion was the human race. Planets from all over the solar system gathered in their 1 millionth annual Planetary Disease Control (PDC) summit to discuss a growing epidemic ..."

Paris Hilton Ties The Knot

2005-07-15T20:52:00.000-04:00

Paris Hilton Ties The Knot: "LOS ANGELES: - July 15, 2005 Latest story from Gene Antonic - Exclusive ground breaking news on Paris Hilton. After years of luxury and expensive wardrobes Paris has decided it's time for her to tie the knot"

Teri Hatcher Leaving Desperate Housewives

2005-07-11T20:29:00.000-04:00

Teri Hatcher Leaving Housewives: "It looks like Teri Hatcher may be getting bored with the hit program Desperate Housewives. Teri has been dropping alot of hints that she may be leaving the series to spend more time... "

Humor : Hollywood Pulse Shopping : CafePress.com

2005-07-10T21:54:00.000-04:00

Humor : Hollywood Pulse Shopping : Find the funniest t-shirts

How to not get caught cheating

2005-07-09T17:20:00.000-04:00

How to not get caught cheating: "Well, if you must cheat and do not want to get caught, here are some simple guidelines that will help you succeed. I'm not going to go into a big spiel about why you should or should not cheat other than the devastating effect it will have on your partner if they find out. After all, if you care about them you really would not want to rip their heart out. So if

Hollywood Pulse - Win a limited edition U2 iPod

2005-07-09T14:42:00.000-04:00

Hollywood Pulse - Win a limited edition U2 iPod: "Win a limited edition U2 iPod at Hollywood Pulse. It's simple to win. Here's the rules:"

Suicidality in Adults Being Treated with Antidepressant

2005-07-01T18:46:00.000-04:00

FDA Public Health AdvisorySuicidality in Adults Being Treated with Antidepressant MedicationsSeveral recent scientific publications suggest the possibility of anincreased risk for suicidal behavior in adults who are being treated withantidepressant medications. Even before these reports became available, theFDA began acomplete review of all available data to determine whether there is

Hayden Christensen Hannibal

2005-06-30T22:27:00.000-04:00

All Celebrity Cafe - Hayden Christensen Hannibal: "It looks like it could be good news for actor Hayden Christensen who is in talks to play young hannibal lecter. Hayden has just finished filming the new film 'The Decameron' in Italy and is awaiting to here if he is to play the scary cannibal"

Tom Cruise Latest Celebrity News

2005-06-29T17:40:00.000-04:00

All Celebrity Cafe - Tom Cruise Talk live with other Tom Cruise fans or post your own Tom Cruise Artical at this new and upcoming celebrity news board.

All Celebrity Cafe - Tom Cruise and Psychiatrists

2005-06-28T17:41:00.000-04:00

All Celebrity Cafe - Tom Cruise and Psychiatrists: "On monday June 27 The American Psychiatric Association had critisized actor Tom Cruise for the interview that he did on the today show."

All Celebrity Cafe - Tom Cruise pops question at Eiffel Tower

2005-06-25T20:28:00.000-04:00

All Celebrity Cafe - Tom Cruise pops question at Eiffel TowerTom Cruise to get hitched again....

Courtney Love Now Courtney Lovehandles

2005-06-25T15:10:00.000-04:00

All Celebrity Cafe - Courtney Love Now Courtney Lovehandles: "Courtney may not be pregnant but she has.... "

All Celebrity Cafe - Lindsay Lohan had enough

2005-06-25T13:55:00.000-04:00

All Celebrity Cafe - Lindsay Lohan had enoughWhat's Lindsay Lohan so upset about now? Maybe it's just the DDT's?

Paris Hilton

2005-06-22T20:48:00.000-04:00

Paris Hilton born February 17th 1981 in New York City to Rick and Kathy Hilton, making Paris the great-granddaughter of Conrad Hilton, founder of the Hilton hotels and source of the family fortune - estimated at $300 million. Her grandfather, Conrad "Nicky" Hilton, Jr., also brought some notoriety to the family, as he was the first of Elizabeth Taylor's many ex-husbands. Paris' younger sister,

AMA Supports Use of SSRIs for Teens and for Off Label Uses!

2005-06-22T11:29:00.000-04:00

Find below the article announcing the AMA decision and an opposing responseby Congressman Mike Ferguson of NJ.This is clearly not the "hypocratic" oath at work, it is theH-Y-P-O-C-R-I-T-I-C oath - men who profess to bless us with health whilepushing and defendingthese dealy drugs is the height of hypocrisy!Of course we know that what we need to be heard by this group is exactlywhatit took for the

FDA Orders Strong Warnings on Antidepressants Used by Adolescents

2005-06-16T19:17:00.000-04:00

All antidepressants must carry a "black box" warning to describe the riskand emphasize the need for close monitoring of children and adolescentsbeing treated with antidepressant medications, the U.S. Food and Drugadministration said Friday.The Public Health Advisory is part of a multi-pronged strategy to warn thepubic about the increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior in childrenand teens

The Missing Dollar

2005-02-14T14:49:00.000-05:00

Three men checked into a hotel room for which they paid $30. The next day, the manager realized that the men had been overcharged. She gave the bellhop $5 to return to the three men. On the way to their room the bellhop decided to keep $2 for himself, and give each of the three men one dollar. The three men had now paid $9 each, or a total of $27. This plus the $2 the bellhop kept makes a total

The Never Ending Story Blog

2005-02-13T19:05:00.000-05:00

Lets just see where this goes and how long we can keep it going for. I know it's not original, but the content will be, and it should add some laughs.Lets start with one sentence and have our readers (you) add a new sentence to the last to create an on going story.Mary was a young woman full of dreams and ambitions...

Word Wisdom – Are You Wise Enough?

2005-02-13T12:10:00.000-05:00

Okay it’s time for a break from the issues of the world and have a little fun! Start with the first letter of the alphabet and write down a 4-letter word starting with “A”. Then take the 4 letters from that word and adding only 2 other letters create another word starting with “B”. Then take any 4 letters from the “B” word you used and make a word starting with “C” So on and so on. No word (

Coming Off Paxil - One Persons Story

2005-02-13T11:10:00.000-05:00

Hello,Please post this anonymously. Thank you.I feel it is important to pass on this information.Over a two-year period I was laid off my permanent part-time job as a social worker in a hospital due to cuts in services. Five months earlier my Dad had been told that he had terminal cancer. He died just three weeks short of a year after receiving the news. It was devastating and remains the most

Violence, Death and Destruction, Please!

2005-02-12T17:54:00.000-05:00

With the growing number of people on prescription drugs and the ease in which they are prescribed, comes increasing concerns and risks. Ever gone to the doctors and described what you thought was wrong and what you felt you needed, and 5 minutes later walk out with a prescription? Well, be careful what you ask for! If you are prescribed an antidepressant (SSRI) you may be getting a prescription

What's The Cost of Technology?

2005-02-11T15:32:00.000-05:00

Sure all the advancements we have made make our life easier and more enjoyable but at what cost? For instance, calculators and spell check are great and make life much easier, but have you ever tried to do long division without a computer or calculator lately? These are things as a child I could do no problem, now I'm puzzled by a simple equation. Then there's spelling. I was never really good at

Does television suck these days or what?

2005-02-11T14:15:00.000-05:00

I never did watch much television, and it seems lately I know why. There seems to be very little on that is not a re-run or has any entertainment value to me at all. I tend to work almost 24/7 at one thing or another, and only take a break to relax on Thursdays. The only day when anything that interests me is on. I like to watch the apprentice but the third season is getting old, just like the 10