Paroxetine overdose.
Paroxetine is a commonly used antidepressant with a safe side-effect profile. A case of paroxetine overdose (560 mg) is reported in an 18-year-old female who attempted suicide and recovered without any sequelae, requiring only supportive treatment. This report highlights a case of pure paroxetine overdose and the safety profile of paroxetine in overdose.
Gupta
Arun K
AK
Senior Psychiatrist and Head, Department of Psychiatry, Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, New Delhi.
Verma
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P
Praharaj
Samir K
SK
Roy
Dipayan
D
Singh
Anuradha
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