Abstract
A double-blind, crossover drug trial with a patient with treatment-resistant tardive akathisia is described. The finding of a placebo response was unexpected, but emphasizes the value of such an approach in refractory cases.
Publication types
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Case Reports
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Clinical Trial
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Randomized Controlled Trial
MeSH terms
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Akathisia, Drug-Induced / drug therapy*
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Akathisia, Drug-Induced / psychology
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Antipsychotic Agents / adverse effects*
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Antipsychotic Agents / therapeutic use
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Diazepam / administration & dosage
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Double-Blind Method
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Humans
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Neurologic Examination / drug effects
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Placebo Effect*
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Propranolol / administration & dosage
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Schizophrenia / drug therapy*
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Schizophrenic Psychology*
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Tetrabenazine / administration & dosage
Substances
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Antipsychotic Agents
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Propranolol
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Diazepam
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Tetrabenazine