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Postpartum Depression Treatment

Summary by Dr. Joseph Mercola
  • November 12, 2018

New mothers experiencing postpartum depression may soon have access to a 60-hour, infused drug targeting hormonal changes in their bodies, thanks to an FDA panel’s recommendation. The drug, manufactured by Sage Therapeutics, spiked safety concerns because it caused loss of consciousness and dizziness in some patients. While at least one panel member said the drug should come with a black box warning on it, the panel still approved it 17-1, concluding that the benefits outweigh the...