Serzone is in a class of antidepressant drugs used to relieve symptoms of depression. Serzone side effects range from mild - like dry mouth, nausea and drowsiness - to life-threatening Serzone side effects like liver failure and increased suicide risk.

Only you can decide if Serzone is the best means of treating depression symptoms. If considering using Serzone, thoroughly discuss Serzone side effect concerns with your physician.

The FDA issued a public health alert for Serzone in March 2004 warning that Serzone side effects include deeper depression and an increased suicide risk. The FDA also issued a public health advisory in October 2003 about increased reports of suicidal thinking, suicide attempts, hostility and self-harm in children using Serzone. The FDA urges that Serzone be used with caution in children.
Serzone Side Effects:
_ Agitation.
_ Irritability.
_ Deepened depression.
_ Increased risk of suicide.
_ Serious liver problems resulting in liver transplant or death.
_ Prolonged, painful, or inappropriate erections.
_ Fast or irregular heartbeat or pulse.
_ High blood pressure.
_ Low blood pressure.
_ Dizziness.
_ Fainting.
_ Drowsiness.
_ Weakness.
_ Blurred or abnormal vision.
_ Insomnia.
_ Nausea.
_Constipation.
_ Dry mouth.

An allergic reaction is a possible Serzone side effect. Stop taking Serzone and contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical treatment if you experience difficulty breathing, closing of the throat, swelling of the lips, face, or tongue, hives. Stop taking Serzone and contact your doctor immediately if you experience early signs of liver problems including; yellowing of the skin or eyes; unusually dark urine; loss of appetite that lasts several days or longer; severe nausea; or stomach pain. Contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical treatment if you also experience prolonged, painful, or inappropriate erections. This could lead to a serious condition requiring surgery.

Each individual will experience Serzone side effects differently. This list of Serzone side effects might not cover all adverse side effects of Serzone. People seeking depression relief should carefully evaluate Serzone side effects before deciding to take Serzone. Consult your healthcare professional about Serzone side effects before using this drug.

The natural antidepressant Deprex is a safe and effective depression treatment scientifically formulated to elevate mood without the potentially harmful side effects commonly associated with Serzone. Self-help techniques, psychotherapy, diet and lifestyle changes or a combination of approaches have also successfully worked at treating depression.

Do not stop taking Serzone without first talking to your doctor. Your doctor may need to gradually reduce the dose before stopping Serzone completely. Suddenly stopping Serzone may cause unpleasant and potentially serious side effects.

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