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Citalopram-associated clitoral priapism: a case series
1Department of Psychiatry, University of the Witwatersrand Medical School, Parktown, Johannesburg, South Africa.
International Clinical Psychopharmacology
|March 1, 1997
Summary
Priapism, a prolonged erection, can be a side effect of psychotropic medications. This study presents three cases of clitoral priapism linked to citalopram treatment.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacology
- Urology
- Psychiatry
Background:
- Priapism is a known adverse effect associated with various psychotropic medications.
- Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are commonly prescribed for mental health conditions.
Observation:
- Three distinct cases of clitoral priapism were observed.
- These cases occurred in patients undergoing treatment with citalopram.
Findings:
- Citalopram, an SSRI antidepressant, was identified as a potential cause of priapism.
- The presented cases highlight a specific manifestation of priapism in female patients.
Implications:
- Clinicians should be aware of the potential for citalopram-induced clitoral priapism.
- Further research is warranted to understand the mechanism and prevalence of this side effect.