Older Antidepressants Linked to Heart Risk
Nov. 30, 2010 -- Tricyclic antidepressants have been linked to an increased risk of heart disease in a new study of nearly 15,000 people in Scotland.
Researchers from University College London found that tricyclic antidepressants, an older class of antidepressant, were associated with a 35% increased risk of CVD (cardiovascular disease), but that there was no increased risk with newer antidepressants such as the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).
Until now, the researchers say, there have been uncertain and conflicting findings about the risks.
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Researchers from University College London found that tricyclic antidepressants, an older class of antidepressant, were associated with a 35% increased risk of CVD (cardiovascular disease), but that there was no increased risk with newer antidepressants such as the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).
Until now, the researchers say, there have been uncertain and conflicting findings about the risks.
Slideshow: Is Your Antidepressant Working?
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