Planning to Visit the Philippines Soon?

There are hundreds of tourists attractions in the Philippines. But as a lover of the Island of Marinduque (Home of the Morions and Heart of the Philippines), I am indeed partial to its beauty, charm and its friendly and hospitable residents. Therefore, help me achieve my dream of seeing this island becomes a world tourist destination, by telling all your friends and relatives about this site. Welcome, to you all, new readers and faithful followers of this site! The photo above is Poctoy White Beach in Torrijos, Marinduque with beautiful and majestic Mt Malindig in the background. Some of the photos and videos on this site, I do not own. However, I have no intention on infringing your copyrights.

Saturday, December 3, 2022

Popular Medications with Suicide Ideation as a Side Effect

I have a close relative taking both an acne treatment drug ( accutane) as well as an anti-depressant. Both accutane and most anti-depressants are link to suicidal ideation as one of the side effects.

Thus this blog is my search on some common medications which have been linked to suicidal ideation as a dangerous side effect. If you know of someone taking medications as listed below, consult immediately your physician if your love one shows some symptoms of suicidal thoughts.

I hope you find this blog helpful and informative.

Medications With Suicide Risks: What You Need to Know

Drugs may have any number of dangerous side effects, including an increased risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior. For instance, some drugs used to treat other conditions, including some antidepressants, acne treatment and smoking cessation medications, have been linked to suicidal thoughts.

Doctors and pharmacists have a responsibility to be aware and notify patients of any potential side effects of the medications they prescribe and dispense. Moreover, medical professionals and caregivers need to appropriately monitor and check in with the people under their care who are taking medications with these risks. Otherwise, these already vulnerable patients are at extreme risk of dying by suicide.

If you or a loved one has experienced suicidal thoughts or attempted suicide after taking a medication, seek medical assistance immediately. It is important to call your doctor right away if you or a loved one has experienced any unusual mood changes or changes in behavior after taking a drug. If you lost a loved one by suicide, talk to an experienced attorney to learn about your rights. Call 214-618-8222.

A List of Medications That Have Been Linked to Suicidal Thoughts of Behavior

The following are some of the brand names of drugs that have been linked to suicidal thoughts or behavior:

Accutane (isotretinoin)
Banzel (Rufinamide)
Carbatrol, Equetro, Tegretol, Tegretol XR (carbamazepine)
Celontin (methosuximide)
Chantix (varenicline)
Darvon and Darvocet (propoxyphene)
Depakote, Depakote ER, Depakene (divalproex sodium)
Depakene, Stavzor Extended Release Tablets (valproic acid)
Dilantin Suspension (phenytoin)
Felbatol (felbamate)
Gabitril (tiagabine)
Keppra (levetiracetam)
Klonopin (clonazepam)
Lamictal (lamotrigine)
Mesantoin (mephenytoin)
Mysoline (primidone)
Neurontin (gabapentin)
Paxil (paroxetine)
Peganone (ethotoin)
Prozac (fluoxetine)
Topamax (topiramate)
Tranxene (clorazepate)
Tridione (trimethadione)
Trileptal (oxcarbazepine)
Vimpat (lacosamide)
Zarontin (ethosuximide)
Zonegran (zonisamide)

The following are some of the signs that a drug may be leading to suicidal thoughts:

Worsening depression
Anxiety
Restlessness
Trouble sleeping
Panic attacks
Anger
Irritability
Agitation
Aggression
Dangerous impulses or violence
Extreme increases in activity or talking

Doctors are advised to monitor patients being treated with anti-epileptic drugs for the emergence or worsening of depression, suicidal thoughts or behavior, or any unusual changes in mood or behavior. Doctors and other Prescribers should also alert the patient's family members, after obtaining permission from the patient to do so, of signs indicating possible suicide risk. Failures to properly monitor and alert family members of risk are failures which can lead to a suicide attempt. Patients also should not change their treatment without first talking to their doctor.

For complete details read this site:

https://www.skipsimpson.com/suicide/medications-with-suicide-risks

Here are five therapies for coping up with suicidal thoughts

https://fherehab.com/learning/therapies-suicidal-thoughts

Meanwhile enjoy these 4 photos of Macrine(RIP) and I in our younger years.

The photos were taken at Los Angeles, Vancouver, Chicago and Washington DC respectively during the Annual Marinduque Associations Dinner Dances except for the bottom picture( MACA ) Marinduque Association of the Capital Are) Christmas Caroling Group).

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ABOUT ME

I am a retired (Chemistry Team Leader from USFDA) Filipino-American who loves writing, gardening and photography. My wife (of 58 years) and I enjoy the snowbird lifestyle between the US and the Philippines. We have a small but very private beach resort( see above video) in the beautiful island of Marinduque, Philippines. I have several blog sites(ten), a personal blog, blogs about retiring in Marinduque and our beach resort and conference center-CHATEAU DU MER. I also write for www.squidoo.com now owned by HubPages.com

Marinduque: A Photogenic Province and Tourists Destination

Marinduque is a photoblogger dream. The province is endowed with unspoiled white sand beaches, pristine blue waters, fringing reefs, virgin coral reefs, coves, limestone caves, meandering rivers, mountain peaks, cascading waterfalls and streams, fabled sulfur and hot mineral springs,old churches and of course beautiful sunsets. The Internet is filled with photographs of the scenic beauty of this island not only from the local professional photographers but also from amateur photographers all over the world. The province has more than six big islands popular to beach lovers, scuba divers and snorkeling enthusiasts. It has Mt Malindig known to mountain climbers and hikers. It has Bathala and Tarug Caves popular to spelunkers and just curious seekers. In one of the eight caves of Bathala, there is a resident python, believed to be enchanted. If he shows himself when you visit the caves, it is suppose to bring you good luck.

Sunset over Tres Reyes Islands- Photo from panoramnio.com The nearest and most accessible islands from the capital town of Boac are the Tres Reyes Islands ( Islands of the Three Kings), Gaspar, Melchor and Baltazar in the town of Gasan. The local names are Laki, Pangkog and Man-nga ( see map above). These islands are located southwest of the mainland. The other three group of islands bigger in area and more populated are Polo, Maniwaya and Mongpong Islands. These are located in the Northeast part of the mainland in the town of Santa Cruz. Maniwaya's Polo Maria White Beach is being develop as an alternative to Boracay. There is a bigger island, Salamongue Island which is not as well known to the tourists and residents.. I really do not know the reason, but I believe it is not as accessible from the mainland . Moreover, it is not as developed( no electricity or running water) compared to the other islands.

One of the most popular white beach located in the mainland in the town of Torrijos is Poctoy White Beach. It is about a 70 minutes drive from downtown Boac. Poctoy White beach with Mt, Malindig as the background is the most photogenic and the most photographed scenery in the island.

Just late last year, the former Elephant Island in Lipata, Buenavista, owned privately, was renamed Bellarocca Resort Island and Spa. It has been converted to look like Santorini Island, Greece with buildings all painted in white sticking in the cliffs. From what I heard, this resort is one of the most expensive and luxurious resort in Southeast Asia. The cheapest room charges $300 per night excluding meals and other amenities. When I was in Marinduque last year, I met a few rich and famous Filipinos( businessmen, actors and actresses, TV personalities)) from Manila as well as Korean and Japanese tourists at Masiga Airport in Gasan on their way to the resort. From the resort advertisement, I know that the most expensive accommodation is a 3-bedroom villa with its own pool and jacussi charging about $ 800 per night without meals. Dong Ho, Oggie Ramos, Ferdz Decena, Allan Barredo, Sydney Snoeck and Dennis Villegas are some of the photographers that I know who have photo blogs about Marinduque. Their pictures are beautiful, unique and mesmerizing. It is worth your time to visit their photo blogs sites. Looking at their photographs of Marinduque, its Tradition and Culture will surely make you proud of the beauty of our island paradise.