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TITLE:

LEVOSULPIRIDE INDUCED MOVEMENT DISORDER

AUTHORS:

Clincy Cyriac*, Josna James, Sheba Susan Chacko, Jency Maria Koshy

ABSTRACT:

Levosulpiride is an enantiomer of the sulpiride with antidopaminergic activity at D2 receptor and agonistic activity at 5HT4 receptors. It is a newer prokinetic agent and is extensive use in India by general physicians. The major side effects related to Levosulpiride is Parkinsonism, tremors, tardive dyskinesia, hyperprolactinemia, hypotension and weight gain. This case report we want to highlight extrapyramidal syndrome due to Levosulpiride. Key words: Levosulpiride, Parkinsonism, Extrapyramidal symptoms

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