Baclofen Withdrawal–Induced Psychosis in the Setting of Renal Insufficiency
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasticity, acting at GABA B receptors in the central nervous system. The abrupt cessation of baclofen causes baclofen withdrawal–induced psychosis. The risk is exacerbated if the patient has renal insufficiency or if the drug has been taken for a long time at high d...
Main Authors: | Guilmette Amanda, Palushi Ambra, Shamsan Hundaol MD, Bhattacharyya Aniruddha MD, Michael Miriam MD |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SAGE Publishing
2022-08-01
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Series: | Journal of Investigative Medicine High Impact Case Reports |
Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1177/23247096221110402 |
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