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Serotonin syndrome (SS) is a group of symptoms that may occur with the use of certain serotonergic medications or drugs. [1] The symptoms can range from mild to severe, and are potentially fatal. [ 4 ] [ 5 ] [ 2 ] Symptoms in mild cases include high blood pressure and a fast heart rate ; usually without a fever . [ 2 ]
The signs and symptoms of Serotonin Syndrome include: Agitation or restlessness. Insomnia. Dilated pupils. Loss of muscle coordination or twitching muscles. Muscle rigidity. Tremor. Heavy sweating ...
Although regulatory and civil proceedings found conflicting evidence about Zion's death, [3] today, her death is widely believed to have been caused by serotonin syndrome from the drug interaction between the phenelzine she was taking prior to her hospital visit, and the pethidine administered by a resident physician. [4]
Extrapyramidal symptoms are most commonly caused by typical antipsychotic drugs that antagonize dopamine D2 receptors. [2] The most common typical antipsychotics associated with EPS are haloperidol and fluphenazine. [4] Atypical antipsychotics have lower D2 receptor affinity or higher serotonin 5-HT2A receptor affinity which lead to lower rates ...
If you’ve experienced brain zaps recently, you’re likely wondering when they’ll stop, and whether or not you should just stay away from antidepressants altogether (hint: you shouldn’t!).
A 2009 Advisory Committee to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration found that online anecdotal reports of discontinuation syndrome related to duloxetine included severe symptoms and exceeded prevalence of both paroxetine and venlafaxine reports by over 250% (although acknowledged this may have been influenced by duloxetine being a much newer ...
Comments by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., US Health and Human Services secretary, sparked talk about whether antidepressants are as addictive as heroin. Experts weigh in.
Symptoms may include a tremor, increased reflexes, trouble walking, kidney problems, and an altered level of consciousness. Some symptoms may last for a year after levels return to normal. Complications may include serotonin syndrome. [1] Lithium toxicity can occur due to excessive intake or decreased excretion. [1]