Bautista leRoy can provide more details regarding any side effects of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs). Since 1990, our attorneys have provided Kansas City Metropolitan Area clients with outstanding legal representation specializing in personal injury cases. Through specialization and experience in these areas, we have become experts - helping ensure we deliver exceptional outcomes to our clients.

This article details what Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) can do, potential adverse reactions, and how you could file a malpractice suit in case severe side effects occur.

What is an SSRI Medication?

SSRIs (serotonin reuptake inhibitors) are antidepressant drugs widely prescribed to treat depression, anxiety disorders, and other mental health disorders. They work by increasing serotonin levels in the brain which in turn controls mood regulation as well as improving overall mental well-being - hence their popularity due to both effectiveness and lower risks than traditional antidepressant medication.

What are the potential side effects of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)?

Although selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) can be highly effective medications, there may be undesirable side effects:

• Nausea
• Insomnia
• Sexual Dysfunction
• Weight Gain
• Dry Mouth
• Drowsiness
• Increased Anxiety
• Suicidal Thoughts

Can You File Malpractice Claims For Prescribing SSRIs?

If you have experienced severe side effects from taking SSRIs due to improper prescribing or failure to warn of potential risks, filing a malpractice claim might be possible. Proving such negligence requires showing how a doctor breached an expected standard of care resulting in actual harm.

Why hiring a personal injury attorney is beneficial?

• Expertise: Personal injury attorneys understand the complexity of malpractice laws and can effectively navigate them.
• Resources: Attorneys have access to medical experts who will testify on your behalf.
• Negotiation Skills: Attorneys can negotiate settlement agreements between opposing counsel and insurers.

When should an attorney be hired?

Contact an attorney immediately if the side effects of SSRI medications have significantly reduced your quality of life or if you believe any form of negligence was committed when prescribing them to you.

What criteria must be used when selecting an attorney?

• Experience: When hiring attorneys to represent medical malpractice, choose one with prior success in this field.
• Reputation: Examine client testimonials and an attorney's standing within its legal community.
• Communication: Be certain to hire an attorney who responds swiftly and communicates effectively.

Why Choose Bautista LeRoy LLC?

Bautista Leroy's legal team specializes in personal injury cases related to medical malpractice. Over years of service and representing complex malpractice cases, our dedicated professional team has won clients' trust through a commitment to transparency, trustworthiness, and unwavering service delivery.

Suggested Action Steps

• Should any side effects that cause concern arise, go to a doctor immediately so they can be addressed correctly.
• Hold on to accurate records of medications taken, side effects experienced, and interactions with healthcare providers.
• Consult a personal injury attorney about your circumstances and potential legal options.

SSRI medications may offer effective treatments, yet may cause side effects you should be wary of. Exploring legal options and consulting an experienced attorney are integral parts of recovering from medication effects. Contact us today at 816-221-0382 or send us an email on our Contact Page. Serving Kansas City, MO and KS as well as surrounding areas of Benton County and St. Louis.