Rhabdomyolysis due to acute dystonic reaction to antipsychotic drugs.
Rhabdomyolysis is a rarely reported complication of antipsychotic drug-induced dystonia. The history, signs, symptoms, and laboratory findings in such a case are reported. The pathogenetic mechanisms of the rhabdomyolysis and the treatment in this case are discussed. Physicians who prescribe these drugs are advised to be aware of this potentially serious complication.
D000208:Acute Disease; D000328:Adult; D004421:Dystonia / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000503:physiopathology; D006220:Haloperidol / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009132:Muscles / Q000503:physiopathology; D009212:Myoglobinuria / Q000503:physiopathology; D011618:Psychotic Disorders / Q000188:drug therapy; D012206:Rhabdomyolysis / Q000209:etiology*
D006220:Haloperidol