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The neuroleptic malignant syndrome
Author(s) -
Schrader Geoffrey,
Wong Charles,
Russell Ronald,
Goldney Robert D.
Publication year - 1981
Publication title -
medical journal of australia
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.904
H-Index - 131
eISSN - 1326-5377
pISSN - 0025-729X
DOI - 10.5694/j.1326-5377.1981.tb112952.x
Subject(s) - neuroleptic malignant syndrome , medicine , pediatrics
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