Posted by freedom2001 on August 29, 2003, at 11:42:18
In reply to Re: ANTI-DEPRESSANTS AND CANCER, posted by linkadge on August 29, 2003, at 11:35:51
> I don't necesarily mean too fat, but the drugs can change the way that a person behaves.
>
> For instance, on paxil a person might be
> prone to eating a little more, exercising
> a little less etc. Just general lifestyle
> changes that might increase the risk of
> cancer.
>
> I know it is most likely the fact that
> the molecule itself is somewhat carcinogenic
> but I am just trying to see the other possible
> side.
>
> The same sort of thing goes with Remeron.
> While on the drug, clinical studies reveal
> a notable rise in cholesterol levels. The
> question arises - does the molecule itself
> raise cholesterol or does the fact that
> the patient tends to eat more on Remeron
> raise cholesterol??
>
> Linkadge
>
>
>What I'm concerned about are those patients on paxil. Will they have an increased chance of getting cancerous growths than those on Prozac?
Only God knows I guess....
Hope a new and more effective anti-OCD drug comes out soon...and affordable and available worldwide...
Freedom.
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