Key result
Combining nefopam and tramadol links to suspected serotonin toxicity in an older adult.
Why the study?
Does combined nefopam and tramadol use cause serotonin toxicity in an older adult?
Does combined nefopam and tramadol use cause serotonin toxicity in an older adult?
Combined use of nefopam and tramadol may precipitate life-threatening serotonin syndrome in older adults.
Case report underscores diagnostic vigilance in toxicology; leaves open questions on management strategies pending prospective data.
Dear Editor,Serotonin syndrome is a life-threatening condition arising from the excessive stimulation of central serotonin receptors, comprising a triad of altered mental status, neuromuscular hype...
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Bibawy et al. (2026) studied this question. Combined use of nefopam and tramadol resulted in suspected serotonin toxicity in an older adult.
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