Posted by ummagumma on May 16, 2006, at 19:56:52
In reply to Glaxo Warns of Paxil Suicide Risk in Young Adults, posted by jrbecker on May 12, 2006, at 10:47:26
I think this is a characteristic of most (if not all) SSRIs--not just Paxil.
When I was on Prozac, it numbed my emotions, plus I constantly craved alcohol. Even worse, it reduced my tolerance by about two thirds. Fortunately I wasn't suicidal, because the lack of emotion combined with the ability to get completely hammered on 6 beers would be incredibly dangerous for anyone who is.
I think anyone starting on an SSRI should be monitored very carefully, especially if they are younger and/or suicidal.
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