estriker asked this question on 5/17/2000:

I have two female friends ages 14 and 15, who are seeing a pyscologist and were NOT prescribed to an anti-depressant. I am not sure what kind of anti-depressant they are taking, but they take over 8 at a time to give them a high. I would like to know what the side effects are and how it could affect them at this amount. I am very worried about them. Could a type of mix with other drugs like alcohol, pot, or an extreme amount of Robotussin be fatal?

ladyjane3 gave this response on 5/17/2000:

Dear estriker:

I am sure you realize that your 2 friend are in a VERY serious situation. However, the side effects of anti-depressants vary widely. Ther are many types of anti-depressants, tricyclic anti-depressants for one. Mixing anti-depressants with the other drugs you spoke about can certainly be fatal in one way or another, again, this depends on what kind of medications they are taking.

Being drunk and then driving can cause a fatal accident, this can also happen by taking too many anti-depressants. So, therefore, in answer to your question about combining drugs being fatal, the answer is yes, in many ways.

Is there an adult you can talk to in confidence about your concerns? If so, I suggest you start there.

I hope I have helped. If you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

I will keep you and them in my prayers.

Ladyjane3