A new study by South Korean researchers has found an association between the use of weight-loss medications and depression and suicidal thoughts among adults.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Researchers analysed mental health data from around 27,000 adults. Among them, 846 people reported using prescription weight-loss medications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to the study, people using weight-loss medications were 93% more likely to report depression compared with those who were not using the medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The study also found that users were 168% more likely to report suicidal thoughts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The researchers also reviewed data on people who had used GLP-1 medications over a period of nearly 10 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The findings suggested that mental health risks were more strongly associated with people who regained weight after using the medication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Researchers said weight regain after treatment may be linked with a higher risk of depression and suicidal thoughts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, the study only found an association and does not prove that weight-loss medications directly cause depression or suicidal thoughts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Possible links between weight-loss medications and suicidal thoughts have also been examined in previous safety reviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) received reports from some patients who said they experienced suicidal thoughts or severe feelings of hopelessness while taking such medications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some patients also reported having no previous history of mental health problems before starting the medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Researchers said further studies are needed to better understand the possible mental health effects of medications used for weight loss and obesity treatment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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