FDA suicide warnings on Lyrica, Neuronton, Lamictal, Topamax

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saluki Member Posts: 2,287
edited June 2014 in Life After Breast Cancer

I thought I'd post this since many are taking these meds for neuropathic conditions and may not be aware that these meds can alter mood.  

FDA orders suicidal action warning on epilepsy drugs


WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Makers of epilepsy drugs must add a warning that the medicines carry a risk of suicidal thoughts or actions, U.S. health officials said on Tuesday.

"The risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior was generally consistent among the eleven drugs analyzed and was observed in patients who were treated for epilepsy, psychiatric disorders, and other conditions," the Food and Drug Administration said in a statement on its website.

Epilepsy drugs include Pfizer Inc's Lyrica and Neurontin, GlaxoSmithKline PLC's Lamictal and Johnson & Johnson's Topamax.

(Reporting by Lisa Richwine; editing by Maureen Bavdek)

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  • Jellydonut
    Jellydonut Member Posts: 1,043
    edited December 2008

    Thank you Saluki.  The Lyrica tv commericals are on daily.  I almost was going to take topamax to prevent migraine headaches, but instead went with maxalt and I'm glad I did.  Gosh, no one needs a suicidal side effect.

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  • JustOne
    JustOne Member Posts: 226
    edited December 2008

    Thanks for the warnings Saluki.  I've been taking Topamax for over 5 years for migraines with no thoughts of suicide, but it's funny how everyone has different reactions to medications. Topamax has actualy been a life saver for me.  Chantix, on the other hand, I did have very bad side effects and suicidal thoughts, and some I know had none and quit smoking on it successfully. I guess you never know.

     ~Pam

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