Violent Acts Have Been Associated with Fluvoxamine Treatment
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) such as fluoxetine have been associated with suicide attempts and violent acts.1,2 We report 3 female patients with refractory panic disorder who, during fluvoxamine treatment, impulsively hit family members.
Case 1
A 32-year-old woman experienced abrupt onsets of palpitations and shortness of breath during the last 9 years. She could not enter reinforced concrete buildings or ride on elevators because she had a fear of closed spaces,