scholarly journals Olanzapine-induced black hairy tongue: a rare case

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (8) ◽  
pp. 2091
Author(s):  
Vishal P. Giri ◽  
Debranjan Datta ◽  
Parvathi Devi
Keyword(s):  
Bipolar Disorder ◽  
Adverse Drug Reaction ◽  
Drug Reaction ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Dopamine Receptors ◽  
Rare Case ◽  
Second Generation Antipsychotic ◽  
Black Hairy Tongue ◽  
Calming Effect ◽  
Prevention Of Relapse

Olanzapine is second generation antipsychotic drug. It alters affinities for serotonin and dopamine receptors and provides mild sedating and calming effect. It is indicated for the treatment of schizophrenia, acute mania and the prevention of relapse in bipolar disorder. We present a case report of a 65- year- old man with bipolar disorder I, who developed black hairy tongue following treatment with olanzapine and completely recovered after withdrawal of treatment. Awareness about this particular adverse drug reaction will ensure proper management and avoid unnecessary investigations.

Capecitabine-induced myopericarditis – A case report and review of literature

2018 ◽  
Vol 25 (4) ◽  
pp. 1006-1010 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sydney Saunders ◽  
Maria Anwar
Keyword(s):  
Adverse Drug Reaction ◽  
Drug Reaction ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Literature Search ◽  
Case Reports ◽  
Locally Advanced ◽  
Rectal Adenocarcinoma ◽  
Review Of Literature ◽  
Medication Discontinuation ◽  
Laboratory Investigations

Objective To describe a possible case of capecitabine-induced myopericarditis in a patient at the Cardio-Oncology Clinic in Calgary, AB. Design A literature search and adverse drug reaction assessment with the Naranjo tool was conducted. Results A 39-year-old male with recurrent locally advanced rectal adenocarcinoma presented two days after adjuvant treatment with capecitabine and oxaliplatin complaining of intermittent, severe interscapular pain. Based on symptoms, laboratory investigations, and imaging, the patient was diagnosed with acute myopericarditis. Management included aspirin, colchicine, and discontinuing adjuvant chemotherapy. A literature review revealed one case report of capecitabine-induced myopericarditis; however, more data were found regarding the cardiotoxicity of fluorouracil, for which capecitabine is a pro-drug. No case reports were found for oxaliplatin. Conclusion Due to the timeline of capecitabine administration, symptom onset, and improvement upon medication discontinuation, capecitabine is the probable cause of the myopericarditis. Although rare, it is important to consider the possibility of myopericarditis in patients receiving a fluoropyrimidine who present with cardiovascular symptoms.

Severe Tachycardia Following Low-Dose Clozapine Treatment

2005 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 80-82 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hans Stampfer ◽  
Peter Swanepoel
Keyword(s):  
Heart Rate ◽  
Adverse Drug Reaction ◽  
Drug Reaction ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Low Dose ◽  
Reaction Probability ◽  
Probability Scale ◽  
Clozapine Treatment ◽  
Probable Relationship ◽  
Clinical Detection

Objective: To reporta case of severe and sustained tachycardia that developed asymptomatically on a low dose of clozapine (ISO mg daily). Method: Case report. Results: Serially monitored 24 h heart rate after the introduction of clozapine showed an increase in the 24 h mean from 87 to 126 bpm, a reduction of pulse variability and anomalies in sleep-wake regulation. Cessation of clozapine was followed by a rapid return to preclozapine activity. Application of the Naranjo Adverse Drug Reaction Probability Scale indicated a probable relationship between clozapine and the sustained tachycardia. Conclusions: Severe and sustained tachycardia can develop asymptomatically with a relatively low dose of clozapine and a slow titration rate. The severity of the tachycardia may not be revealed in isolated pulse measurements and may escape clinical detection without closer monitoring of heart rate.

scholarly journals Possible adverse drug reaction to parenteral amino acids in an infant: a case report

2014 ◽  
Vol 3 (5) ◽  
pp. 915
Author(s):  
Pallavi Kawatra ◽  
Pritam Biswas ◽  
M Shivamurthy ◽  
B Karunakara
Keyword(s):  
Amino Acids ◽  
Adverse Drug Reaction ◽  
Drug Reaction ◽  
Case Report
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