Damaging Side Effects Of Ssris
Two studies released this week may shed light on more potential problems with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor antidepressants like Paxil, Zoloft, and Prozac. In the first study, researchers found a connection between Paxil use and an increased risk of severe violence in some patients. A second study linked marine-life damage to Prozac concentrations that have been found in lakes and streams.
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