Severe Gastrointestinal Complications Induced by Multiple Psychotropic Agents: A Case Report
Journal Title: Journal of Neurology and Experimental Neuroscience - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 2
Abstract
Psychotropic medications are often prescribed in combination for co-morbid conditions including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, insomnia and chronic pain. The combinations of these medications can lead to side effects including severe gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms such as abdominal cramping, nausea, vomiting, and loose bowel movements. Setting: Emergency Department, Acute Care Hospital. Case Description: A 45-year-old female with a history of bipolar disorder and chronic abdominal pain presented to the emergency department with abdominal discomfort and inability to take her medications. Assessment/Results: The patient’s GI symptoms resolved after she was safely taken off of lithium, amitriptyline and trazodone. Discussion: Psychotropic medications are often prescribed in combination for co-morbid conditions including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, insomnia and chronic pain. The combinations of these medications can lead to side effects including severe GI symptoms such as abdominal cramping, nausea, vomiting, and loose bowel movements.
Authors and Affiliations
Tracy Offerdahl, Linqiu Zhou, Rebecca Siegel, Sarah R. Durante, Pengchen Lu, Vallabhi Mishra
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- DOI 10.17756/jnen.2018-042
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