DRUG SIDE EFFECTS & WITHDRAWAL

All medications contain chemicals that can cause side effects in every system of our body. Some side effects are physical, such as nausea or blurred vision, while others can adversely affect our mood and emotions.

Often the side effects increase the very symptom the drug is supposed to control. For instance, depression is a common side effect of antidepressants, while anxiety is a common side effect of anti-anxiety medication. Interruption in sleep patterns can occur with sleeping pills.

An individual may not recognize a drug side effect and therefore ingest more medications in an attempt to control the symptom. Therefore, it is important to understand the potential side effects of any medication you are taking.

Listed below are both side effects and withdrawal symptoms for antidepressants, benzodiazepines, anti-anxiety medications and sleeping pills.

*While great care has been taken in organizing and presenting the material throughout this website, please note that it is provided for informational purposes only and should not be taken as Medical Advice.