Glaxo's Paxil Raises Chance of Birth Defects

Glaxo's Paxil Increases Chance of Birth Defects

(January 25, 2011) Recent scientific studies showed that Paxil, an anti-depressant drug built by GlaxoSmithKline, increased the danger of birth defects for pregnant women of all ages throughout their 1st trimester.

Researchers mentioned that women who have already been taking Paxil are one and a half to two times more likely to have a infant with cardiovascular malformations compared with a population of pregnant females who failed to take antidepressant medications. In addition, a baby may also have a life-threatening birth defects for example numerous organ failure and death.

According to the study, most of the heart malformations come with atrial and ventricular septal defects, that are characterized by holes in the walls of the chambers of the heart. Treatment for such malformations may range from minor to severe, with the worst case requiring surgical repair. Researchers said that such ailments may prove deadly.

They said that even though infants who survive the initial trauma may eventually develop permanent physical damage such as hearing and speech defects as well as cognitive deterioration, which can result in developmental delays and neurological deficits. In addition, researchers were also concerned about selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. On the contrary, despite all the deaths and lawsuits filed against the drug, Paxil continues to retain the Food and Drug Administration approval.

Latest update on Paxil side effects shows that the antidepressant drug does not help patients with mild to severe depression much more than an inactive placebo. Based on a meta-analysis, Paxil has lesser effect to halt depression and even causes the patient to become more depressed and suicidal. Experts said that these studies must prompt Glaxo and Food and Drug Administration to weigh the harmful effects of the drug.

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