▾ Fluoxetine, suicide and aggression
- 20 January 1992
- journal article
- research article
- Published by BMJ in Drug and Therapeutics Bulletin
- Vol. 30 (2) , 5-6
- https://doi.org/10.1136/dtb.30.2.5
Abstract
Fluoxetine (Prozac – Lilly) is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, an effective but expensive alternative to tricyclic antidepressants.1Reports from the USA have linked its use to suicidal thoughts and violent behaviour – some patients complaining that they become obsessed with urges to harm themselves or others. Law suits are pending in the USA; unfavourable reports in the media have been based largely on anecdote.2The data sheet for the drug now notes suicidal ideation and violent behaviour. Is there a causal relationship?Keywords
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