serotonin syndrome

Question 1

what is serotonin syndrome caused by?

Answer 1

1. symptoms that develop from serotonin build up in the CNS

2. results from interaction between SSRI and another antidepressant (MOAI)

Question 2

Describe the clinical symptoms of serotonin syndrome?

Answer 2

1. restlessness
2. shivering
3. convulsions
4. confusion
5. tremor

Question 3

What are the clinical signs of serotonin syndrome?

Answer 3

1. myoclonus and hyperreflexia

2. hyperthermia

Question 4

What is the management of serotonin syndrome?

Answer 4

Step 1. stop drug/monitor fluids

Step 2.
- Benzodiazepine - symptomatic relief of agitation

• Cyprohepatadine - 5HT-2A serotonin anatagonist administered