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Serotonin Syndrome: A Tragic Medication Mix-Up | Auckland News
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A 26-year-old man died after a fatal mix of medications including a powerful antidepressant, a stimulant, and an antihistamine — a tragedy that exposed dangerous gaps in medical oversight. His psychiatrist had prescribed a dangerously high dose without knowing official safety limits, and failed to respond effectively when Blake’s condition spiraled, even claiming he couldn’t access records during an emergency. The coroner’s findings have triggered a formal review by the Medical Council and calls for urgent public education on medication safety.
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