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Postmarketing Safety Concerns With Esketamine: A Disproportionality Analysis of Spontaneous Reports Submitted to the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System

May 25, 2021 DOI: 10.64239/pi-qt2702 (opens in new tab)

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Topics Esketamine
Key points Esketamine is more likely than venlafaxine to cause suicidal ideation, induce mania, and produce euphoric mood, suggesting abuse potential.

Abstract

Esketamine appears more likely than venlafaxine to cause suicidal ideation. Induction of mania was more common than with venlafaxine. Induction of euphoric mood suggests abuse potential. Caution is warranted.