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Mirtazapine: An Antidepressant for Treating Chronic, Refractory Nausea and Vomiting in a Patient With Metastatic Sarcoma Receiving Palliative Care: A Case Report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Managing chronic, refractory nausea and vomiting in advanced cancer patients is challenging, especially when unrelated to cancer treatment. Mirtazapine, a tetracyclic antidepressant, effectively alleviates these symptoms, improving quality of life. It offers a promising palliative care alternative, addressing multiple symptoms and reducing polypharmacy, thereby enhancing patient satisfaction.

Source: Clinical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.9570

Authors: Seyedeh Golnaz Ziaei, Mamak Tahmasebi

Institutions: Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Imam Khomeini Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Nausea and vomiting management

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,730