Acute Dystonia after Using Single Dose Duloxetine: Case Report

Duloxetine is a balanced and potent serotonin and noradrenaline reuptake inhibitor which is known to be effective in depression and anxiety disorders. The common adverse effects include dry mouth, nausea, insomnia, somnolence, dizziness and constipation. Reported adverse effects of the extra pyramid...

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Published in:Psychiatry investigation 2013-03, Vol.10 (1), p.95-97
Main Authors: Karakaş Uğurlu, Görkem, Onen, Sinay, Bayındırlı, Deniz, Cayköylü, Ali
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Language:English
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Summary:Duloxetine is a balanced and potent serotonin and noradrenaline reuptake inhibitor which is known to be effective in depression and anxiety disorders. The common adverse effects include dry mouth, nausea, insomnia, somnolence, dizziness and constipation. Reported adverse effects of the extra pyramidal symptoms (EPS) are rare. In this case, a patient who suffered from acute dystonia, after only one dose of 30 mg duloxetine is presented.
ISSN:1738-3684
1976-3026
DOI:10.4306/pi.2013.10.1.95