Post-injection delirium/sedation syndrome after treatment with olanzapine depot

Ugeskr Laeger. 2023 May 8;185(19):V02230069.
[Article in Danish]

Abstract

Treatment with olanzapine depot is associated with a rare but potentially adverse reaction, namely post-injection delirium/sedation syndrome (PDSS), characterized by delirium and/or sedation. This is a case report of a 38-year-old male patient who developed symptoms consistent with PDSS shortly after receiving intramuscular injection of olanzapine depot. Clinicians should be aware of PDSS and observe patients for three hours after receiving the injection, measuring vitals and referring to medical care if necessary.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Antipsychotic Agents* / adverse effects
  • Benzodiazepines / adverse effects
  • Delayed-Action Preparations / adverse effects
  • Delirium* / chemically induced
  • Delirium* / diagnosis
  • Delirium* / drug therapy
  • Humans
  • Injections, Intramuscular
  • Male
  • Olanzapine / adverse effects
  • Schizophrenia* / drug therapy
  • Syndrome

Substances

  • Olanzapine
  • Antipsychotic Agents
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Delayed-Action Preparations