Medication Warning!~

I'm not crazy!  Well, I guess the I’m not crazy part is debatable, lol, but seriously, I received a notice from my doc today about one of the medications that was prescribed for me for allergies.  I was astounded when I read the symptoms this medication could be causing because I have been dealing with many of these symptoms.  I am posting it in case some of you may be on this same medication, you need to know the dangers associated with it.

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iHealthAlert: Possible Association Between Use of Singulair (montelukast) and Behavior/Mood Changes, Suicidality and Suicide

You are receiving this secure message because Singulair (montelukast), a medication used in the treatment of asthma and allergic rhinitis (sneezing, stuffy nose, runny nose, itching of the nose), is listed in your iHealthRecord. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an early communication about a possible association between Singular and behavior changes, including depression, anxiety and thoughts of suicide. The FDA is working to further evaluate this possible link. ___________________________________________________________________________ If you notice changes in mood or have thoughts about suicide, contact your doctor immediately. Recurrent feelings of despair and hopelessness or thoughts about suicide or death are serious and should be addressed immediately. Signs of depression include: * Feeling tired, listless, hopeless, helpless or overwhelmed by life * No longer taking pleasure in activities that you once enjoyed * Weight losses or gains not related to dieting and changes in appetite * Insomnia or oversleeping * Feelings of worthlessness or inappropriate guilt * Difficulty thinking, concentrating or making decisions If you have questions about this new information, contact your doctor. Do not stop taking singular without speaking with your physician first.