Myoclonus, Hyperreflexia and Diaphoresis in Patients on Phenelzine-Tryptophan Combination Treatment

Abstract

Three cases are presented on patients on an MAOI who developed a transient syndrome of myoclonus, hyperreflexia, jaw quivering, teeth chattering and diaphoresis after L-Tryptophan was added. Caution is advised when considering the addition of a serotonergic agent to MAOI's.