Prochlorperazine-induced neuroleptic malignant syndrome

J Emerg Med. 1996 Nov-Dec;14(6):727-9. doi: 10.1016/s0736-4679(96)00186-2.

Abstract

Neuroleptic malignant syndrome can present in a variety of ways. In a review of the medical literature we could find few well-documented reports of prochlorperazine-induced neuroleptic malignant syndrome. We report such a case with its workup, recognition, and management.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Acidosis / complications
  • Adult
  • Antiemetics / adverse effects*
  • Bromocriptine / therapeutic use
  • Dopamine Antagonists / therapeutic use
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome / drug therapy
  • Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome / etiology*
  • Prochlorperazine / adverse effects*

Substances

  • Antiemetics
  • Dopamine Antagonists
  • Bromocriptine
  • Prochlorperazine