title: The neuroleptic malignant syndrome.
abstract: The neuroleptic malignant syndrome is an uncommon, potentially fatal, adverse reaction to major tranquillisers. Prompt diagnosis, cessation of medication and supportive medical care are essential in management.
mesh_terms: D014150:Antipsychotic Agents / Q000009:adverse effects*; D003072:Cognition Disorders / Q000139:chemically induced*; D003244:Consciousness Disorders / Q000139:chemically induced*; D005334:Fever / Q000139:chemically induced*; D005476:Fluphenazine / Q000009:adverse effects; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009127:Muscle Rigidity / Q000139:chemically induced*; D013577:Syndrome; D014202:Tremor / Q000139:chemically induced
chemical_list: D014150:Antipsychotic Agents; D005476:Fluphenazine