Atypical neuroleptic malignant syndrome associated with risperidone treatment in two adolescents

Int J Adolesc Med Health. 2004 Apr-Jun;16(2):179-82. doi: 10.1515/ijamh.2004.16.2.179.

Abstract

Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS) is a known, life threatening, side effect of classical antipsychotic drugs. We report two cases of 16 and 17 year old males, who suffered life-threatening "NMS-Like" syndromes in association with Risperidone treatment. Further controlled studies are needed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Antipsychotic Agents / adverse effects*
  • Antipsychotic Agents / therapeutic use
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome / etiology*
  • Psychotic Disorders / drug therapy*
  • Psychotic Disorders / psychology
  • Risk Factors
  • Risperidone / adverse effects*
  • Risperidone / therapeutic use

Substances

  • Antipsychotic Agents
  • Risperidone