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In surgery and received dextromethorphan + fentanyl+zofran with in a day or so became confused, depressed, suicidal.. no dep hx. seretonin syndrome?
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No: This combination is safe to use but at times someone will experience an idiosyncratic reaction to one or all and sx described are identical to yours. Recommend you report this unique reaction next time you have surgery so alternatives can be used.
Answered 12/5/2014
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