Status Cataplecticus Following Abrupt Withdrawal of Clomipramine

Discussion There have been a total of 4 case reports of status cataplecticus following withdrawal of antidepressant therapy. In all cases, reintroduction of anti-cataplectic therapy led to resolution of attacks. The abrupt discontinuation of an SSRI is believed to precipitate cataplexy attacks due to reduction in noradrenergic tone. PMID: 31650824 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Ir Med J - Category: General Medicine Authors: Tags: Ir Med J Source Type: research