Toxicology International (Formerly Indian Journal of Toxicology)

Sai Krishna Tikka , Alok Pratap , Vinod Kumar Sinha

Abstract

Second‑generation antipsychotics (SGA), mainly clozapine have been reported to induce myoclonus. Although olanzapine‑induced myoclonus is reported, dose‑dependent response has not been described. We report dose‑related olanzapine‑induced myoclonus in an early onset schizophrenia patient. We also suggest certain management strategies for such adverse side effects.

Keywords

Dose‑dependent, myoclonus, olanzapine

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