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Cancer, Antidepressants and CT Scans

by James on 9 February 2010

Is the cure worse than the disease?  A couple of recent studies have raised questions about the antidepressant paroxetine, and about CT scans (particularly for children). Taking Paxil or Seroxat with tamoxifen The first study investigated those who were taking tamoxifen (ie Nolvadex, Istubal, Valodex) for breast cancer, along with various antidepressants.  Many antidepressants are [...]

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Antidepressants during pregnancy warning

by James on 13 March 2006

Certain antidepressants may cause a life threatening risk to the baby, according to a recent study in the New England Journal of Medicine.  It’s a risk of persistent pulmonary hypertension, a serious disorder in which the arteries in the lungs are constricted.  This means that the baby doesn’t get enough oxygen in their blood. The [...]

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