Abstract
Cyclizine is commonly prescribed as an anti-emetic post-operatively. We report a case of a 51-year-old woman who developed addiction to intravenous cyclizine following regular administration at recommended doses. This is the first report of cyclizine misuse post-operatively. We compare this case to cyclizine abuse reported amongst other populations. Prescribers should be aware of the potential of cyclizine as a drug of abuse.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | e1-2 |
Journal | Scottish Medical Journal |
Volume | 58 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Nov 2013 |
Keywords
- Aggression
- Antiemetics
- Cyclizine
- Drug Administration Schedule
- Euphoria
- Female
- Humans
- Infusions, Intravenous
- Middle Aged
- Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting
- Risk Factors
- Substance-Related Disorders