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Are there any meds to help with suicidal thoughts?
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Yes: The first step is to see your doctor for thorough evaluation so he/she knows what is being treated (including rule out medical cause) since suicidal thoughts can occur in many disorders. In depressive disorders, antidepressants often help reduce suicidal thinking. In bipolar disorder, mood stabilizers such as lithium cuts the risk of suicidal thinking. Clozaril (clozapine) reduces risk in those with psychosis.
Answered 4/29/2017
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