A member asked:

Started new exercise program this week. finding myself feeling like i did when i had serotonin syndrome before. is it possible that i'm making more serotonin and now my current dose is too high? any explanation for this?

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Dr. Jack Tseng answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: Exercise can increase serotonin levels. In addition, several of your medications listed can cause serotonin syndrome as well. Advise calling your doctor ASAP. Your medication should be adjusted.

Dr Hegab and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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Please repost: and please provide DETAIL of WHAT your symptoms were when you had serotonin syndrome, so we don't have to guess; & whether your symptoms now are EXACTLY the same or if there are ANY differences; and if so, what.

Answered 7/14/2017

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A member asked:

Started new exercise program this week. finding myself feeling like i did when i had serotonin syndrome before. is it possible that i'm making more serotonin and now my current dose is too high? any explanation for this?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jack Tseng answered

Dr Hegab and another doctor agreed

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