Tardive Dyskinesia
What are the treatments for the condition?
Primary treatment consists of slowly lowering the dose or withdrawing the drug
causing this condition. Treatment with reserpine or similar drugs may be
helpful.
What are the side effects of the treatments?
If a person is psychotic and the drug to control psychosis is reduced or
stopped, the psychosis often gets worse. The risks of psychosis may be more
dangerous than the risks of the tardive dyskinesia.
How is the condition monitored?
To monitor the condition, it is important that people on neuroleptic drugs are
seen regularly by a healthcare provider. Affected people can also monitor for
symptoms at home.
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