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Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor and Fluvoxamine-Induced Severe Hyponatremia in a 49-Year-Old Man
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Source
Issue
Vol. 2009, Issue 2009 (31 Dec. 2009), pp.1-3, 3 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2009-10-13
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
3
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Objectives.
To describe a case of fluvoxamine-induced severe hyponatremia, most likely due to abnormal antidiuretic hormone excretion (SIADH), and to discuss the implication for maintenance treatments for these patients.
Clinical Observations.
Although this syndrome had its incidence most commonly among the elderly, we report a case of severe hyponatremia (serum sodium <114 mmol/L), in a relatively young male.
Treatment.
Symptoms responded well to IV hyperosmolar sodium and to the discontinuation of fluvoxamine.
This patient was maintained for treatment on an alternative Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI), Citalopram, without developing recurrence of symptoms.
Outcome and Conclusion.
Protocols to monitor the maintenance treatments in high-risk patients may be needed to prevent recurrence of serious complications.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Gabriel, Adel. 2009. Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor and Fluvoxamine-Induced Severe Hyponatremia in a 49-Year-Old Man. Case Reports in Medicine،Vol. 2009, no. 2009, pp.1-3.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Gabriel, Adel. Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor and Fluvoxamine-Induced Severe Hyponatremia in a 49-Year-Old Man. Case Reports in Medicine No. 2009 (2009), pp.1-3.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-482839
American Medical Association (AMA)
Gabriel, Adel. Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor and Fluvoxamine-Induced Severe Hyponatremia in a 49-Year-Old Man. Case Reports in Medicine. 2009. Vol. 2009, no. 2009, pp.1-3.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-482839
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-482839