Serotonin syndrome
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SS is a group of symptoms that may occur with the use of certain serotonergic drugs. The degree of symptoms can range from mild to severe.
- Mild cases include high blood pressure and a fast heart rate; usually without a fever
- Moderate cases include high body temperature, agitation, increased reflexes, tremor, sweating, dilated pupils, and diarrhea
- Severe cases body temperature can increase to greater than 41.1 °C (106.0 °F). Complications may include seizures and extensive muscle breakdown.