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Zoloft, Paxil During Pregnancy May Delay Child Development: Study

The results of a new study suggest that exposure to antidepressants like Zoloft and Paxil during pregnancy may delay infant developmental goals, such as sitting and walking. 

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Side Effects of Antidepressants for Women May Increase Risk of Stroke: Study

Antidepressant side effects may increase the risk of stroke for women, according to a new study from Harvard Medical School.

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Prilosec Side Effects Interfere with Effectiveness of Plavix: FDA Warns

The FDA has issued a public health advisory warning that side effects of Prilosec, a stomach acid reducer, may interfere with the effectiveness of Plavix, an anti-blood clotting medication, increasing the risk of a heart attack, death or other injuries for patients.

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Antidepressants During Pregnancy Double Pre-Term Birth Risk: Study

According to a new study, antidepressants like Zoloft, Paxil and Prozac can double the risk of preterm birth when taken during pregnancy, and may cause some newborns to suffer symptoms of drug withdrawal.

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Tamoxifen and Antidepressants Combo Increase Risk of Breast Cancer Return

Results of a new study show that some popular antidepressants, like Zoloft, Paxil and Prozac, can negate the effectiveness of the breast cancer drug tamoxifen, substantially increasing the risk that the tumors may return.

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SSRI Antidepressant Side Effects May Cause Gastrointestinal Bleeding

A study published in the current issue of the Archives of General Psychiatry indicates that the use of certain newer antidepressants may increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. The antidepressants, known as SSRIs or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, include popular medications such as Paxil, Prozac and Zoloft.