WebLog Journal of Pharmacology and Therapeutics

Sertraline, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), has been associated with rare cases of acute pancreatitis. We report a case of sertraline-induced, lipase-sparing acute interstitial edematous pancreatitis in a young professional, initially misdiagnosed as acute cholecystitis. On rechallenge, the patient developed recurrent symptoms with elevated inflammatory markers but normal ultrasound findings. Contrast-enhanced computed tomography confirmed acute interstitial edematous…