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Neuroleptic malignant syndrome associated with prochlorperazine
1Department of Internal Medicine, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk.
Southern Medical Journal
|January 1, 1990
Summary
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a rare but serious reaction that can occur in patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) treated with prochlorperazine. This case highlights diagnostic challenges due to overlapping symptoms with underlying infections.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Pharmacology
- Infectious Disease
Background:
- Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is a chronic condition affecting the immune system.
- Prochlorperazine is an antipsychotic medication used to treat various conditions.
- Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a rare, life-threatening reaction to antipsychotic drugs.