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Pregabalin intoxication-induced Prolonged PR Interval on Electrocardiogram

Year: 2018

Type: article

Abstract: Pregabalin is a lipophilic analogue of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) and has a similar chemical structure to gabapentin and is more potent than gabapentin. This report documents the case of a 28-year-old male presenting with suicidal attempt by pregabalin intake. The patient had an abnormal PR interval (reversible AV-block). He was managed with general supportive care and symptomatic approach such as discontinuation of the drug, hydration with IV fluids, oxygenation, gastric lavage and activated charcoal administration.

Source: Journal of Clinical and Experimental Investigations

DOI: 10.5799/jcei.433821

Authors: Erdinç Şengüldür, Celal Katı, İskender Aksoy, Türker Yardan, Ahmet Baydin

Institution: Ondokuz Mayıs University

Language: English

Topic: Poisoning and overdose treatments

Subfield: Emergency Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W2808069558