[Torecan-induced neuroleptic malignant syndrome].
Harefuah
; 118(10): 576-8, 1990 May 15.
Article
in He
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-2358219
ABSTRACT
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is an uncommon, life-threatening complication of treatment with neuroleptic drugs. Its main features are hyperthermia, extrapyramidal signs, and autonomic instability with fluctuating consciousness. It is believed that NMS is related to dopamine receptor blockade in the brain. We describe a case in a 52-year-old diabetic woman who developed NMS after taking Torecan (thiethylperazine), a phenothiazine drug, for 3 months to relieve dizziness. It is important to recognize this syndrome early and to treat immediately.
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Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Thiethylperazine
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Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
Limits:
Female
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Humans
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Middle aged
Language:
He
Year:
1990
Type:
Article