Neuroleptic induced tardive dyskinesa in a patient on treatment for schizophrenia: a case report

Authors

Lukoye Atwoli, Aga Khan UniversityFollow
G. MANGURO, Moi University
P. OWITI, Moi University
D. NDAMBUKI, Moi University

Document Type

Case Report

Department

Internal Medicine (East Africa)

Abstract

In this case, a thirty six year old patient on treatment for schizophrenia is described with severe tardive dyskinesia. The most likely cause is long term treatment with two highly potent typical antipsychotic medications. The patient was initially treated with Benzhexol, an anticholinergic agent with the potential to induce or aggravate the disorder. This case discusses the common presentation and management of neuroleptic induced tardive dyskinesia.

Comments

This work was published before the author joined Aga Khan University.

Publication (Name of Journal)

East African Medical Journal

Recommended Citation

Atwoli, L., MANGURO, G., OWITI, P., NDAMBUKI, D. (2009). Neuroleptic induced tardive dyskinesa in a patient on treatment for schizophrenia: a case report. East African Medical Journal, 86(7), 354-356.
Available at: https://ecommons.aku.edu/eastafrica_fhs_mc_intern_med/166