Abstract |
Narcolepsy with cataplexy is rare in children under 5 years of age. There is limited information on safe and effective treatment of cataplexy in young children. We describe successful treatment of cataplexy in a 3-year-old using venlafaxine and subsequently followed for over 2 years.
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Authors | Michelle Ratkiewicz, Mark Splaingard |
Journal | Journal of clinical sleep medicine : JCSM : official publication of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine
(J Clin Sleep Med)
Vol. 9
Issue 12
Pg. 1341-2
(Dec 15 2013)
ISSN: 1550-9397 [Electronic] United States |
PMID | 24340297
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
- Cyclohexanols
- Serotonin Uptake Inhibitors
- Venlafaxine Hydrochloride
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Topics |
- Cataplexy
(drug therapy)
- Child, Preschool
- Cyclohexanols
(therapeutic use)
- Follow-Up Studies
- Humans
- Male
- Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors
(therapeutic use)
- Treatment Outcome
- Venlafaxine Hydrochloride
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