Table 3 Sternbach criteria for serotonin syndrome
From: The serotonin syndrome—the need for physician’s awareness
Recent addition or increase in a serotonergic agent |
Absence of other possible etiologies like infections, etc. |
No recent addition or increase of neuroleptic agent |
Three of the following symptoms: |
Alteration in mental status (confusion, hypomania) |
Agitation |
Myoclonus |
Hyperreflexia |
Sweating |
Shivering |
Tremor |
Diarrhea |
Incoordination |
Fever |