Common "serotonin syndrome" queries answered by top doctors

Medical Conditions - Serotonin Syndrome

Serotonin syndrome is when high levels of serotonin get accumulated in the body due to taking certain drugs. It occurs when two serotonergic drugs like SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors), MAOI (monoamine oxidase inhibitors), tricyclic antidepressants, etc., are taken together. It causes symptoms like restlessness, confusion, rapid pulse, diarrhea, and tremors.

All serotonin syndrome Q&A

Need second opinion on Celexa and Buspar for severe anxiety/panic attacks

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are not on too high a dose of celexa or buspar. However serotonin syndrome is not always dose dependant.

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Ananth Shanmugam

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