Accutane and Depression
Many people do not fully understand depression, and therefore the disorder has acquired some social stigma. However, depression and depressive disorders affect an estimated 10% of the U.S. population ages 18 and older, which is about 18.8 million people. Sadly, many people are afraid to seek help for depression, which can lead to suicidal thoughts and other painful problems.
While depression can be the result of chemical or hormonal imbalances in the brain, it can also be caused by medications. Accutane, a drug once popular for treating acne, has been linked to depression. Unfortunately, the problem may not abate even after ceasing to take this drug.
If you have developed depression as a result of taking Accutane, you should fight back. Contact an Accutane depression lawsuit attorney from Williams Kherkher today at 800-761-3187 to discuss your case.
Signs of Depression
Many people mistakenly believe that depression is simply feeling sad. However, this is completely untrue. Depression is more than sadness, and it can seem like an inescapable problem that affects your entire life. Signs of depression include:
- Feelings of hopelessness or helplessness
- Problems with regulating sleep (insomnia or sleeping too much)
- Difficulty concentrating
- Anorexia or overeating
- Feelings of emptiness or apathy
Sadly, an estimated 15% of people suffering from depression eventually commit suicide. Thus, it is important to protect people from medications like Accutane, which can increase a person’s risk of developing depressive disorders.
Contact Us
At Williams Kherkher, we believe that depression should not be taken lightly. Thus, if you or someone you know has become depressed after taking Accutane, you should not let the pharmaceutical company go unpunished. To learn more about your legal options, contact an Accutane lawyer from Williams Kherkher at 800-761-3187 today.
