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Ofloxacin-induced hallucinations.

Urmila Chauhan¹, Preeti Shanbag, Prafull Kashid

¹Department of Pediatrics, ESI-PGIMSR and MGM Hospital, Parel, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.

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Summary

Drug-induced hallucinations, especially from fluoroquinolones like ofloxacin, can mimic psychiatric conditions. Prompt drug withdrawal is key for symptom resolution in children experiencing these adverse events.

Area of Science:

Pharmacology
Neuroscience
Pediatrics

Background:

Drug-induced hallucinations are a recognized adverse effect, often misdiagnosed.
Central nervous system adverse events, including psychosis and hallucinations, are reported with fluoroquinolone use.

Observation:

A 5-year-old girl developed visual hallucinations after receiving ofloxacin.
This case highlights a potential link between fluoroquinolone antibiotics and pediatric hallucinations.

Findings:

The patient experienced visual hallucinations directly following ofloxacin administration.
Discontinuation of the offending drug led to complete resolution of the hallucinatory symptoms.

Implications:

Accurate diagnosis of drug-induced hallucinations is crucial to avoid inappropriate antipsychotic treatment.

Keywords:

Adverse events hallucinations ofloxacin

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Early recognition and drug withdrawal can prevent prolonged or unnecessary medical interventions.