The Relationship Between Mental Health and Drugs Used in Dermatology

    February 2024 in “ Journal of Education, Health and Sport ”
    Maria Krzyżanowska, Julia Piątkiewicz, Mateusz Sztybór, Gabriela Nowak, Marcin Kapica, Karol Momot, Mikołaj Wojtas, Karen Głogowska, Monika Maleszewska, Aleksandra Żmijewska
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    TLDR Some skin medication can rarely cause or worsen mental health issues; knowing this is important because mental health problems are increasing worldwide.
    The paper "The Relationship Between Mental Health and Drugs used in Dermatology" reviews the potential impact of certain dermatological drugs on mental health. The drugs studied include Acyclovir, valacyclovir, chloroquine, hydroxychloroquine, tetracyclines, retinoids, glucocorticoids, 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, dapsone, and methotrexic. These medications are identified as rare triggers for the onset or worsening of psychiatric symptoms. The study also highlights that individuals with skin disorders are more prone to depression and anxiety than the general population. The paper concludes that despite the rarity of psychiatric side effects from dermatological drugs, awareness of them is crucial due to the rising global prevalence of mental health disorders.
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