SSRI Overdose/serotonin syndrome Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
what might you see on ECG in SSRI overdose
A
QT prolongation
tachycardia
hyper/hypotension
2
Q
what are some symptoms of life threatening serotonin syndrome
A
delerium hypertension hyperthermia muscle rigidity tachycardia
3
Q
how do you manage serotonin syndrome
A
Control hyperthermia
- conventional methods
- benzos
Control agitation
- benzos
Specific treatment for serotonin syndrome
- cyprohepatdine
- chlorpromazine
4
Q
what symptoms of cerebral toxicity might you see in serotonin syndrome
A
agitation
psychosis
cerebral oedema
hyponatraemia
5
Q
what signs of hepatic toxicity might you get in serotonin syndrome
A
acute hepatitis progressing rapidly to fulminant hepatic failure
6
Q
what are some symptoms seen in mild serotonin syndrome
A
mydriasis
shivering
sweating
tachycardia
7
Q
if there is prolonged QT what can you give
A
MgSO4
