Rhabdomyolysis due to acute dystonic reaction to antipsychotic drugs
Cavanaugh, J.J.; Finlayson, R.E.
Journal of Clinical Psychiatry 45(8): 356-357
1984
ISSN/ISBN: 0160-6689 PMID: 6746581 Document Number: 221338
Rhabdomyolysis is a rarely reported complication of antipsychotic drug-induced dystonia. The history, signs, symptoms, and laboratory findings in such a case are reported. The pathogenetic mechanisms of the rhabdomyolysis and the treatment in this case are discussed. Physicians who prescribe these drugs are advised to be aware of this potentially serious complication.