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Will taking phenytek make me want to kill myself?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy
Will taking Phenytek make me want to kill myself?  Taking Phenytek may cause you to start thinking about hurting or killing yourself and may even lead you to attempt suicide. These changes in your behavior can happen within a week of taking the medication. Make sure your friends and family recognize and report any such changes to your doctor immediately. Talk with your doctor about these risks before you take phenytek.

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