Which medications are most likely to cause tardive dyskinesia?
Medicines that most commonly cause this disorder are older antipsychotics, including:
- Chlorpromazine.
- Fluphenazine.
- Haloperidol.
- Perphenazine.
- Prochlorperazine.
- Thioridazine.
- Trifluoperazine.
What is tardive dyskinesia primarily caused by?
Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is an involuntary neurological movement disorder caused by the use of dopamine receptor blocking drugs that are prescribed to treat certain psychiatric or gastrointestinal conditions.
Do antidepressants cause tardive dyskinesia?
Tardive dyskinesia is caused by prolonged use of medications that block dopamine receptors in the brain. Many drugs can cause tardive dyskinesia, including antipsychotics, anti-anxiety medications, antidepressants, anticholinergics, Parkinson’s drugs, and others.
Is tardive dyskinesia life threatening?
We present the case of a patient with severe tardive dyskinesia that led to dehydration. Clinicians need to recognise that tardive dyskinesia is a potentially life-threatening condition, and familiarise themselves with its management.
What mental health meds cause tardive dyskinesia?
The antiemetic metoclopramide, a potent D2 dopamine receptor antagonist, may cause TD, particularly in elderly patients. TDs have also been reported with the use of antihistamines, fluoxetine, amoxapine (a tricyclic antidepressant), and other agents (see Table 2 below).
What mental health drugs cause tardive dyskinesia?
The antiemetic metoclopramide, a potent D2 dopamine receptor antagonist, may cause TD, particularly in elderly patients. TDs have also been reported with the use of antihistamines, fluoxetine, amoxapine (a tricyclic antidepressant), and other agents (see Table 2 below). TD = tardive dyskinesia.
Is TD curable?
There is no cure for TD, but fortunately, there are medications that can help reduce the severity of TD. Therapies such as physical therapy and occupational therapy may help lessen the symptoms of TD. Talk to your doctor to determine which therapy would be best for you.