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Depression Screening Scores and Allergy and Gastrointestinal Medication Use in Adolescents

Author(s): Kari Harris, Pavithra Saikumar, Yojana Sunkoj, Trista Vancuren, Blessing Olufowote and Julian Dedeaux*

Volume 18, Issue 3, 2023

Published on: 10 October, 2022

Page: [335 - 339] Pages: 5

DOI: 10.2174/1574886317666220826170140

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Abstract

Introduction: Between 2005 and 2014, the 12-month prevalence of major depressive episodes among adolescents aged 12 to 17 years increased from 8.5% to 11.3%. Adolescent-onset depression is related to increased risk for depression and suicidal attempts in adulthood. It is known that depression is an adverse effect among adults taking OAM; however, the effect of OAM on adolescents is unknown.

Aim: The aim of this study was to describe the relationship between Patient Health Questionnaire 9- Modified (PHQ9-M) scores and OAM use among adolescents.

Methods: This study included data abstracted from charts of adolescents aged 12 to 21 years who completed a Kansas Be Healthy wellness appointment at the KUSM-W Peds Clinic in 2017. Odds ratios were used to calculate the relationship between oral allergy medication and gastrointestinal medication use among adolescents and PHQ9-M scores.

Results: Of the 425 adolescent charts analyzed, 22% (n=96) had positive PHQ9-M screens (a score of 10 or greater), and 13% (n=56) reported current use of allergy medication and/or GI medications. Adolescents taking oral allergy medication were 1.77 times more likely to have a positive PHQ9-M screen than those not taking oral allergy medication. Among adolescents on allergy medication, there was no difference in PHQ9- M scores based on the drug class (1st or 2nd generation antihistamine or Montelukast).

Conclusion: Healthcare providers must diligently explore OAM/GI use with adolescents during clinical encounters and discuss possible adverse effects of OAM on mood.

Keywords: Over the counter, allergy, gastrointestinal medication, teens, depression, adolescents.

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