Have had problems with antidepressants because they spike serotonin levels which can lead to death. I don't know of any doctor who prescribes Serotonin re-uptake inhibitors who monitor serotonin levels.
2007-01-09 19:37:22 · 2 answers · asked by numb nuts 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
muscle tightness is one of the symptoms of serotonin syndrome along w/ increased heart rate, sweating, raised body temp, if u experience any of these symptoms you should discontinue your medication and consult w/ ur doctor....i'm on anti-deps and i know when my dosage is a bit too high because i get a tightening in my calves
If you're considering starting a regimen, but are concerned about serotonin syndrome, ask your doctor about starting with a very low dose and then working your way up slowly as needed...
2007-01-09 19:47:00 · answer #1 · answered by Paulie Paul 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don"t know but I now know that 9 out of 10 men have low serotonin levels and don't know it. You can take Prozac for it. My other half was told by the Dr. that Prozac will not make more serotonin in your brain but will help what levels you do have maintain. themselves.
2007-01-09 19:45:15 · answer #2 · answered by LSD 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋