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Using antidepressants in fluoridated areas substantially increases fluoride intake
Dental danger of drugs
Last updated 14:51, Tuesday, 05 May 2009
Many of your readers will already be concerned about the proven consequences of water fluoridation , dental fluorosis.
This mottling and discolouring frequently seen as white patches or brown stains is noticeable on the teeth of many young people and children in West Cumbria. It is the only visible indicator of an excessive amount of fluoride in the body.
Though the damage to the teeth is obvious no effective research has been undertaken into the long term impact it will have upon health.
We have requested in vain for years that local health authorities test individual fluoride intake.
In the absence of any testing or information from the Strategic Health Authority we have advised local people to keep fluoride levels low by avoiding tea, fish and fluoridated toothpaste.
We would now add to that a group of medicines, SSRIs, which are commonly used to treat depression: Prozac, Paroxetine and Citalopram are some examples. It is inevitable in these times of difficulties and recession that many are accepting these medications to tackle their problems.
It is negligence on the part of the health bodies not to issue a warning that in fluoridated areas using them will substantially increase fluoride intake and impact upon current and future health.
More information about water fluoridation can be found on our website www.cumbrians-against-fluoridation.org.uk
DIANNE STANDEN
Cumbrians against Fluoridation
High St
Maryport