SNRIs and Suicide

Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors

SNRIs and Suicides: Suggestions

Your healthcare provider should monitor you (or your child) carefully when first starting an antidepressant. Be watchful for any signs of suicidal behavior. Contact your healthcare provider right away if you (or your child) have any of the following:

Thoughts about death or committing suicide
Suicide attempts
Depression or anxiety that is new or worse
Agitation, restlessness, or panic attacks
Trouble sleeping (insomnia)
Irritability that is new or worse
Aggressive, angry, or violent behavior
Acting on dangerous impulses
Unusually increased talking or activity
Other strange changes in mood or behavior.

Also, be sure to talk to your healthcare provider about the risks and benefits of using SNRIs in children and teenagers. There may be other options for depression treatment.

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