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Serotonin syndrome

2016-05-30 05:42:18
Is there is any problem called "serotonin syndrome". In which serotonin increases too much and causes problem.if yes, then how common it is.
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This problem usually occurs a side effect of anti-depressants. The onset may be sudden & the symptoms include high body temperature, High B.P, Nausea, headache,agitation ,convulsions (fits). This is a rare condition but can be fatal.

Answered2016-05-30 10:05:31

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