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- Title
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome during abrupt reduction of neuroleptic treatment.
- Authors
Spivak, B.; Weizman, A.; Wolovick, L.; Hermesh, H.; Tyano, S.; Munitz, H.
- Abstract
Development of neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) following discontinuation of high-dose and high-potency neuroleptic agents is described. This case, although rare and atypical, should alert clinicians to consider the possibility of NMS as a complication of abrupt neuroleptic drug withdrawal. It is suggested that dopaminergic imbalance, as opposed to excessive dopaminergic blockade, may also play a role in the precipitation of NMS.
- Publication
Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica, 1990, Vol 81, Issue 2, p168
- ISSN
0001-690X
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1111/j.1600-0447.1990.tb06473.x