Phrases with «akathisia»

Akathisia is a term used in medicine to describe a side effect of certain medications that causes a constant feeling of restlessness and an irresistible urge to move. It can be difficult to stay still or find comfort, and it often leads to a constant need to pace or fidget. Full definition

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Sentences with «akathisia»

Once on the drug, she became severely anxious and restless, which are symptoms of akathisia, a side effect associated with violence and suicide. (newscientist.com)
On February 11, 2014 a Chicago jury awarded $ 1.5 million to an autistic child who developed a severe case of tardive dyskinesia and tardive akathisia while being treated by psychiatrists with Risperdal and then Zyprexa between 2002 and 2007. (toxicpsychiatry.com)
The scientists found that haloperidol patients had mildly diminished scores on cognitive tasks and a slightly increased rate of tardive dyskinesia, along with the slightly increased rates of akathisia. (schizophrenia.com)
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