Tag: Hyperreflexia

The incidence of serotonin syndrome, a primary cause of medication-induced hyperreflexia, is estimated to be around 15% in patients who have overdosed on selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). This highlights the importance of knowing what medications can cause hyperreflexia.

Symptoms of serotonin syndrome can emerge rapidly, often within hours of taking a new or increased dose of a serotonergic medication. Among the various signs of this potentially life-threatening condition, neuromuscular dysfunction is common, and yes, it does include issues like muscle cramps and spasms.