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Re: extra-pyramidal effects

Posted by juniper on January 6, 2000, at 20:15:20

In reply to Re: extra-pyramidal effects, posted by Noa on January 6, 2000, at 14:08:32

> I have seen this term many times but don't know what it means. Can you give some examples?

Extra-pyramidal effects can be a side effect of neuroleptic medications (many antipsychotic drugs)resulting in unwanted and uncontrollable movements such as tremors, spasms, or tics. i think that these effects can sometimes be permantent regardless of whether the medication is discontinued. i believe that these effects stem from the effect of antipsychotics on dopamine, since dopamine is indicated in many movement disorders.
---hope this helps :)


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