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Serotonin syndrome

What is Serotonin syndrome?

A rare neurologic disease characterized by an excess of serotonin in the central nervous system, associated with the use of various agents, including selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and recreational stimulants.

Other condition names

  • Serotonergic syndrome
  • Serotonin storm
  • Serotonin toxicity
  • Serotonin toxidrome

Inheritance type

Not applicable

Prevalence

  • Worldwide: Unknown

Age of Onset

  • All ages
Orphadata: Free access data from Orphanet. © INSERM 1999. Available on "https://www.orphadata.com". Data version 1.3.16 / 4.1.7.