@article{ref1,
title="Serotonin Syndrome Associated With MDPV Use: A Case Report",
journal="Annals of emergency medicine",
year="2012",
author="Mugele, Josh and Nanagas, Kristine A. and Tormoehlen, Laura M.",
volume="60",
number="1",
pages="100-102",
abstract="Serotonin syndrome is associated with use of certain street drugs, including methamphetamine, cocaine, and ecstasy. We describe a case of a woman who developed clinical findings consistent with serotonin syndrome after insufflation of 3,4-methylenedioxypyrovalerone (MDPV), a synthetic amphetamine. MDPV belongs to a group of substances called phenylethylamines, which are β-ketone analogs of other drugs of abuse, such as amphetamines and 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine. She also received fentanyl initially during her hospitalization, which has also been associated with serotonin syndrome. In addition to benzodiazepines and supportive care, she was treated with cyproheptadine for 8 days, with slow resolution of her symptoms.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0196-0644",
doi="10.1016/j.annemergmed.2011.11.033",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.annemergmed.2011.11.033"
}