Question 1

what drugs can cause saratonin syndrome?

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Serotonin syndrome: Several, at high doses, alone or in combination. Some are antidepressants such as ssris/snris/tricyclics/mao inhibitors, opioids such as oxycodone, CNS stimulants such as cocaine/amphetamines, serotonin1agonists such as triptans, psychedelics such as lsd, herbs such as nutmeg & st. Johns wort, & others such as lithium, buspar, (buspirone) depakote, risperdal, zyprexa.

Question 2

what kind of drugs are used to control a person with asbergers syndrome?

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Nothing specific: Asperger's is 're-classified' in dsv v, very controversial. Asperger's is part of a larger group of disorders labeled pervasive developmental disorders. However their are mild forms and severe forms thus we also call it spectrum disorder. Given the type of symptoms and severity, meaning how disruptive to their life & others, many kinds of meds tried. Research ongoing into cause and best treatment.

Question 3

drug abuse can cause pfieffers syndrome?

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Not that I can find: Pfeiffer syndrome is a rare genetic disorder characterized by premature fusion of certain skull bones (craniosynostosis), and abnormally broad and medially deviated thumbs and great toes. Most affected individuals also have an abnormal midface, with protruding eyes and conductive hearing loss.  See:http://children.Webmd.Com/pfeiffer-syndrome-type-i 
best wishes.

Question 4

what drugs are used to treat sick sinus syndrome and how do these drugs work?

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Typically : There is no effective drug treatment for sick sinus syndrome and a pacemaker is often needed.

Question 5

i had steven johnson syndrome - sulphas - can i get this again with other drugs?

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SJS: Although it is possible, the risk of having sjs a second time with a second unrelated drug would be exceedingly rare.

Question 6

is dress syndrome caused by just 1 drug or is it caused by multiple drugs at once?

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In brief: It has been described in association with a number of drugs which may be used alone or in combination clinically.

Question 7

can you get steven-johnson syndrome from a drug you previously took, but had no reaction for when you first took it?

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Yes: Development of allergy often requires an initial exposure to the allergen.

Question 8

how much time can drug withdrawal syndrome last?

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Varies: It's a complicated answer as the drug, person, what you mean by wtihdrawal all factor into it.
1-2 weeks is a pretty safe answer.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3984058/pdf/ndt-10-587.pdf
but this answers that completely with narcotics

Question 9

is there a drug free treatment for central pain syndrome?

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Use your mind: Psychotherapy, with a trained pain psychologist is a great therapy for any chronic pain syndrome. It focuses on helping your mind cope and live with the pain, not just cover it up with pain medication. If you stick with it and give it a good try, you can improve your functioning greatly.

Question 10

are there any drugs that work for restless leg syndrome?

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Yes: Requip (ropinirole) and Mirapex are fda approved for the treatment of rls.  Non-prescription medications such as iron/vitamin c, vitamin b12, and folate are sometimes helpful (if indicated).  Consult with a local sleep medicine specialist for further information.

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