Atypical Treatment Response In A Case Of Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome -A Rare Case Report

Authors

  • Dr Ankit Halder Senior Resident, Department of Psychiatry, Santiniketan Medical College, Bolpur
  • Dr. Sourish Karmakar Assistant Professor Department of Psychiatry, Santiniketan Medical College, Bolpur

Abstract

Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS) is an idiosyncratic reaction to certain psychotropics, with a fatality rate of up to 10%. It is most commonly associated with antipsychotics (typical>atypical).It is commonly characterised by muscular rigidity, fever, altered mental status & autonomic dysfunction. Here we present a rare case of NMS where Bromocriptine failed but Lorazepam resulted in remission.

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Published

2023-06-09

Issue

Advance Online

Section

Case Reports