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Allonce J, Khan S, Pulford B. Atypical Presentation of Ziprasidone-Induced Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome: A Case Report. J Investig Med High Impact Case Rep 2024; 12:23247096241262690. [PMID: 39044558 PMCID: PMC11268033 DOI: 10.1177/23247096241262690] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2024] [Revised: 05/11/2024] [Accepted: 05/31/2024] [Indexed: 07/25/2024] Open
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Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a severe adverse reaction associated with neuroleptic or antipsychotic drugs. This case report discusses a 43-year-old man with a history of bipolar disorder and polysubstance abuse who presented with altered mental status, autonomic dysfunction, and muscular rigidity. The patient had recently started on ziprasidone, a second-generation antipsychotic, leading to an atypical presentation of NMS. Unlike classic findings associated with NMS induced by first-generation antipsychotics, this case lacked high fever, lead pipe rigidity, or elevated creatine kinase levels greater than 1000 on initial presentation. The delay in diagnosis was attributed to the milder symptoms and absence of typical findings, resulting in extensive diagnostic workup and interventions. The patient responded positively to treatment with lorazepam based on the Woodbury severity stage guidelines. This case underscores the complexity of diagnosing NMS induced by second-generation antipsychotics and highlights the need for awareness and tailored treatment approaches for atypical presentations.
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- John Allonce
- Department of Internal Medicine, Naples Community Hospital, FL, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Naples Community Hospital, FL, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Naples Community Hospital, FL, USA
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Late-onset Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome Associated With Paliperidone Long-acting Injection and Lithium: A Case Report. J Clin Psychopharmacol 2021; 41:333-335. [PMID: 33605644 DOI: 10.1097/jcp.0000000000001370] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a rare but severe undesired complication of psychopharmacological treatment. The mortality has shown a significant decrease since its first description. Knowledge of NMS is important for every clinician because of the need for rapid diagnosis and treatment. OBJECTIVE This article presents a review and critical appraisal of the current study situation for NMS. Recommendations for diagnostics, differential diagnostics and treatment are presented particularly from a clinical perspective. MATERIAL AND METHODS A literature review with the keywords "neuroleptic malignant syndrome", "Malignes neuroleptisches Syndrom" and various psychotropic drugs was performed in PubMed. The database of the Working Group for Pharmaceutical Treatment of Psychiatric Diseases (Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Arzneimitteltherapie bei psychiatrischen Erkrankungen, AGATE) was analyzed with respect to registered cases of the undesired side effect NMS. RESULTS In contrast to the first description, which also led to the name, there are now case reports of clinical conditions similar to NMS, which were obviously triggered by several groups of psychotropic drugs not just antipsychotic agents (German: Neuroleptika). Treatment recommendations exist whereby the effectiveness cannot always be scientifically substantiated; however, it is still undisputed that a rapid initiation of treatment is of great importance. DISCUSSION The psychiatrist must be familiar with the symptoms of NMS, its differential diagnosis and the therapeutic options for a rapid and effective treatment. Further studies are urgently needed for scientific substantiation of the pathophysiology of NMS and to develop evidence-based guidelines for treatment.
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- R Knorr
- Klinik für Psychiatrie und Psychotherapie, Zentrum für Psychiatrie Reichenau, Feursteinstraße 55, 78479, Reichenau, Deutschland.
- Institut AGATE gGmbH, Pentling, Deutschland.
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- Klinische Pharmakologie am Lehrstuhl für Pharmakologie und Toxikologie, Universität Regensburg, Regensburg, Deutschland
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- Klinische Pharmakologie am Lehrstuhl für Pharmakologie und Toxikologie, Universität Regensburg, Regensburg, Deutschland
- Klinische Pharmakologie am Lehrstuhl für Psychiatrie, Universität Regensburg, Regensburg, Deutschland
- Institut AGATE gGmbH, Pentling, Deutschland
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Hallab B, Agoub M, Battas O. Séquelles neurologiques d’un syndrome malin des neuroleptiques aggravé d’une intoxication aiguë au lithium (à propos d’un cas). ANNALES MEDICO-PSYCHOLOGIQUES 2017. [DOI: 10.1016/j.amp.2016.08.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Sarkar S, Gupta N. Drug information update. Atypical antipsychotics and neuroleptic malignant syndrome: nuances and pragmatics of the association. BJPsych Bull 2017; 41:211-216. [PMID: 28811916 PMCID: PMC5537576 DOI: 10.1192/pb.bp.116.053736] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a rare but potentially fatal adverse event associated with the use of antipsychotics. Although atypical antipsychotics were initially considered to carry no risk of NMS, reports have accumulated over time implicating them in NMS causation. Almost all atypical antipsychotics have been reported to be associated with NMS. The clinical profile of NMS caused by certain atypical antipsychotics such as clozapine has been reported to be considerably different from the NMS produced by typical antipsychotics, with diaphoresis encountered more commonly, and rigidity and tremor encountered less frequently. This article briefly discusses the evidence relating to the occurrence, presentation and management of NMS induced by atypical antipsychotics.
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- Government Medical College and Hospital, Chandigarh, India
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Stevens JR, Rodgers JJ, Stern TA. Idiosyncratic Adverse Reactions to Psychotropic Medications. Psychiatr Ann 2016. [DOI: 10.3928/00485713-20160622-01] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Patil V, Gupta R, Verma R, Balhara YPS. Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome Associated with Lithium Toxicity. Oman Med J 2016; 31:309-11. [PMID: 27403245 DOI: 10.5001/omj.2016.59] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
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Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS) is an idiosyncratic and potentially life-threatening reaction to neuroleptic drugs. Lithium is a first-line mood stabilizer used in the treatment and prophylaxis of bipolar disorder. There are several case reports of lithium-associated NMS, but only when it was given in combination with antipsychotics. Therefore, the possibility of NMS being secondary to the antipsychotics could not be ruled out in those cases. Here we present a case of lithium-induced NMS in a patient who was not being treated concomitantly with any other agent known to cause NMS. The patient, a 74-year-old female with a 30-year history of bipolar affective disorder, was admitted to the emergency room of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, with history of high fever and generalized weakness for 10 days before the admission. NMS was established based the presence of three cardinal symptoms. She was started on intravenous fluids to correct her sodium levels slowly and requested to follow-up at the psychiatry clinic.
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- Vaibhav Patil
- Department of Psychiatry, National Drug Dependence Treatment Centre, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Psychiatry, National Drug Dependence Treatment Centre, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Psychiatry, National Drug Dependence Treatment Centre, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Psychiatry, National Drug Dependence Treatment Centre, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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Belvederi Murri M, Guaglianone A, Bugliani M, Calcagno P, Respino M, Serafini G, Innamorati M, Pompili M, Amore M. Second-generation antipsychotics and neuroleptic malignant syndrome: systematic review and case report analysis. Drugs R D 2015; 15:45-62. [PMID: 25578944 PMCID: PMC4359181 DOI: 10.1007/s40268-014-0078-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 104] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a rare, severe, idiosyncratic adverse reaction to antipsychotics. Second-generation antipsychotics (SGAs) were originally assumed to be free from the risk of causing NMS, however several cases of NMS induced by SGAs (SGA-NMS) have been reported. OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to systematically review available studies and case reports on SGA-NMS and compare the presentation of NMS induced by different SGAs. DATA SOURCES Citations were retrieved from PubMed up to November 2013, and from reference lists of relevant citations. STUDY ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Eligibility criteria included (a) primary studies reporting data on NMS, with at least 50 % of the sample receiving SGAs; or (b) case reports and case reviews reporting on NMS induced by SGA monotherapy, excluding those due to antipsychotic withdrawal. STUDY APPRAISAL AND SYNTHESIS METHODS A standardized method for data extraction and coding was developed for the analysis of eligible case reports. RESULTS Six primary studies and 186 individual cases of NMS induced by SGAs were included. Primary studies suggest that SGA-NMS is characterized by lower incidence, lower clinical severity, and less frequent lethal outcome than NMS induced by first-generation antipsychotics. Systematic analysis of case reports suggests that even the most recently marketed antipsychotics are not free from the risk of inducing NMS. Furthermore, clozapine-, aripiprazole- and amisulpride-induced NMS can present with atypical features more frequently than other SGA-NMS, i.e. displaying less intense extrapyramidal symptoms or high fever. LIMITATIONS Case reports report non-systematic data, therefore analyses may be subject to bias. CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATIONS OF KEY FINDINGS Clinicians should be aware that NMS is virtually associated with all antipsychotics, including those most recently marketed. Although apparently less severe than NMS induced by older antipsychotics, SGA-NMS still represent a relevant clinical issue.
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- Martino Belvederi Murri
- Section of Psychiatry, Department of Neuroscience, Rehabilitation, Ophthalmology, Genetics, Maternal and Child Health, University of Genoa, Largo Rosanna Benzi, 10, 16132, Genoa, Italy,
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Yang Y, Guo Y, Zhang A. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome in a patient treated with lithium carbonate and haloperidol. SHANGHAI ARCHIVES OF PSYCHIATRY 2015; 26:368-70. [PMID: 25642114 PMCID: PMC4311113 DOI: 10.11919/j.issn.1002-0829.214099] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2014] [Accepted: 10/28/2014] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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A 39-year-old female with a 20-year history of bipolar disorder was admitted due to a recurrence of a manic episode with psychotic symptoms. She was treated with standard doses of lithium carbonate and clozapine. Three days after admission, she showed aggressive behavior and refused to take her medications so her oral clozapine was switched to intramuscular haloperidol. Three days later she developed a high temperature and exhibited symptoms of neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) including excessive sweating, cramps and tremors in limb muscles, muscle rigidity, and impaired consciousness. The haloperidol and lithium were stopped immediately, symptomatic treatment was provided, and she was administered the dopamine agonist bromocriptine. The NMS symptoms resolved within three days but she continued to have severe psychotic symptoms. She was subsequently re-challenged with valproate and olanzapine but the NMS did not re-occur. After one month of this treatment she recovered and was discharged. Several case histories similar to this one suggest – but do not prove – that individuals concurrently receiving lithium and antipsychotic medications may be at higher risk of developing NMS than those receiving monotherapy with antipsychotic medication.
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- Yanfen Yang
- Rongjun Kangning Psychiatric Hospital, Shanxi Province, China
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- Rongjun Kangning Psychiatric Hospital, Shanxi Province, China
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- Rongjun Kangning Psychiatric Hospital, Shanxi Province, China
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Mandrioli R, Protti M, Mercolini L. Evaluation of the pharmacokinetics, safety and clinical efficacy of ziprasidone for the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Expert Opin Drug Metab Toxicol 2014; 11:149-74. [PMID: 25483358 DOI: 10.1517/17425255.2015.991713] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Multiple strategies exist for the pharmacological treatment of schizophrenia and related disorders. In the last 20 years, several 'new' compounds have been introduced, called 'atypical antipsychotics', which have higher efficacy and better tolerability than first-generation neuroleptics. Among them, ziprasidone (ZPR) is currently finding widespread use, and it has also been shown to be active as an augmenter in bipolar disorder therapy. AREAS COVERED This review aims to provide the latest information on ZPR, an 'atypical' agent for the pharmacological therapy of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. A literature search has been carried out with the keywords 'ziprasidone', 'schizophrenia', 'psychosis', 'bipolar', 'pharmacokinetics' and 'clinical trials'. In this process, particular attention has been paid to the drug pharmacokinetic characteristics and its safety in clinical use. EXPERT OPINION ZPR shares most advantages and disadvantages with other atypical antipsychotics. However, it can be useful for its low tendency to cause metabolic syndrome and hyperprolactinaemia, especially in patients suffering from excess weight, hyperlipidaemia, diabetes or who have suffered from hyperprolactinaemia when using other antipsychotics. However, there are serious doubts as to whether ZPR should be administered to patients suffering from arrhythmias or QTc prolongation, and even more for administration to bipolar patients undergoing polypharmacy with antidepressants.
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- Roberto Mandrioli
- Alma Mater Studiorum - University of Bologna, Department for Life Quality Studies (QuVi) , Corso d'Augusto 237, 47921 Rimini , Italy +39 0541 434624 ; +39 0541 434608 ;
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Rodrigo C, de Silva NL, Gunaratne R, Rajapakse S, De Silva VA, Hanwella R. Lower estimated glomerular filtration rates in patients on long term lithium: a comparative study and a meta-analysis of literature. BMC Psychiatry 2014; 14:4. [PMID: 24400671 PMCID: PMC3893601 DOI: 10.1186/1471-244x-14-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2013] [Accepted: 01/06/2014] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Several studies have shown that long-term lithium use is associated with a subtle decline in estimated glomerular filtration rate. This study compared mean estimated glomerular filtration rates (eGFR) in patients on long term lithium, against matched controls. METHODS Patients with bipolar affective disorder, who are on lithium (for at least a year), were compared against controls that were matched (1:1) for age, gender and presence or absence of diabetes or hypertension. The eGFR was calculated from creatinine values according to the 'modification of diet in renal disease study' (MDRD) formula and was compared between cases and controls. A meta-analysis was performed to compare our findings with similar studies in literature. RESULTS Forty seven patients met the inclusion criteria. They were matched with 47 controls. The eGFR values of lithium users were significantly lower (p = 0.04) compared to controls. This difference persisted between the subgroup of lithium users without comorbidities (diabetes and hypertension) and their controls but disappeared for lithium users with comorbidities and their controls. Nonetheless, lithium users had lower eGFR values in both subgroups. A meta-analysis of 9 studies showed a significant lowering in the glomerular filtration rate in lithium users compared to controls [mean difference -10.3 ml/min (95% confidence interval: -15.13 to -5.55, p < 0.0001)]. CONCLUSIONS Lithium causes a subtle decline in glomerular filtration rate; renal function needs to be monitored in patients on lithium treatment.
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- Chaturaka Rodrigo
- Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Colombo, Sri Lanka
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Colombo, Sri Lanka
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Colombo, Sri Lanka
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- Department of Psychological Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Colombo, Sri Lanka
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- Department of Psychological Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Colombo, Sri Lanka
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Rajesh KM, Sinnathamby V, Sakthi AN. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome masked by cerebral malaria. BMJ Case Rep 2013; 2013:bcr-2013-009061. [PMID: 23704432 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2013-009061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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A 38-year-old man with an underlying psychiatric illness presented with altered sensorium and abnormal behaviour. He was febrile at 38°C and weak looking; otherwise no other abnormalities were detected. A blood film conducted for malarial parasite (BFMP) revealed Plasmodium falciparum; hence a diagnosis of cerebral malaria was made. He was treated with antimalarial drugs for 2 days prior to being transferred out to the ward following clinical improvement. He subsequently developed episodes of stupor and refusal of feeding. Following an evaluation by the psychiatrist, a diagnosis of catatonic schizophrenia was made and he was started on oral sulpiride and benhexol. Unfortunately, he developed high-grade fever at 40°C with muscle rigidity and fasciculation. The diagnosis of neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) was clinched and the antipsychotics were discontinued. However he succumbed to NMS several days later due to multiorgan failure.
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- Kumar Muniandy Rajesh
- Medicine Based Department, School of Medicine, Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
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McDermott M, Noordsy DL, Traum M. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome during multiple antipsychotic therapy. Community Ment Health J 2013; 49:45-6. [PMID: 22038421 DOI: 10.1007/s10597-011-9452-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2011] [Accepted: 10/06/2011] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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- Margaret McDermott
- Psychopharmacology Research Group, Dartmouth Medical School, Lebanon, NH 03756, USA.
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Gardner DM, Murphy AL, Kutcher S, Beaulieu S, Carandang C, Labelle A, Lalonde P, Malla A, Milliken H, O’Donovan C, Schaffer A, Soni J, Taylor VH, Williams R. Evidence review and clinical guidance for the use of ziprasidone in Canada. Ann Gen Psychiatry 2013; 12:1. [PMID: 23347694 PMCID: PMC3564821 DOI: 10.1186/1744-859x-12-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2012] [Accepted: 01/14/2013] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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While indicated for schizophrenia and acute mania, ziprasidone's evidence base and use in clinical practice extends beyond these regulatory approvals. We, an invited panel of experts led by a working group of 3, critically examined the evidence and our collective experience regarding the effectiveness, tolerability and safety of ziprasidone across its clinical uses. There was no opportunity for manufacturer input into the content of the review. As anticipated, ziprasidone was found to be effective for its indicated uses, although its utility in mania and mixed states lacked comparative data. Beyond these uses, the available data were either unimpressive or were lacking. An attractive characteristic is its neutral effect on weight thereby providing patients with a non-obesogenic long-term treatment option. Key challenges in practice include the need for dosing on a full stomach and managing its early onset adverse effect of restlessness. Addressing these issues are critical to its long-term success.
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- David M Gardner
- Department of Psychiatry, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada
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- Department of Psychiatry, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada
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- Department of Psychiatry, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada
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- Department of Psychiatry, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Psychiatry, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, Canada
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- Centre de recherche Fernand-Seguin de l’Hôpital Louis-H. Lafontaine, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Psychiatry, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Psychiatry, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada
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- Department of Psychiatry, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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Unaldi M, Sayhan MB, Sogüt O, Demirhan R, Güzel B. Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome after the Addition of Lithium to Risperidone Treatment: A Case Report and Review of the Literature. HONG KONG J EMERG ME 2010. [DOI: 10.1177/102490791001700317] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a rare but life-threatening complication of antipsychotic therapy. The classic features of NMS include muscular rigidity, altered mental status, autonomic instability and hyperthermia. NMS is most often associated with conventional antipsychotic usage. It has also been reported with lithium and antidepressants especially when combined with antipsychotics. Herein, we report a case involving a 35-year-old man with schizoaffective disorder in whom signs and symptoms consistent with NMS developed after lithium was added to his therapy of risperidone. A firm diagnosis of NMS was made on the basis of his history, physical, laboratory and neuroimaging findings. He was then followed up and treated in the intensive care unit with supportive care measures including aggressive cooling, intravenous fluid hydration, nutrition by nasogastric tube and therapy with bromocriptine. The patient had an uneventful clinical course and was discharged from the intensive care unit after three weeks with no complications related to the NMS.
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- M Unaldi
- Kartal Research and Training Hospital, Department of Emergency Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Harran University School of Medicine, Department of Emergency Medicine, Sanliurfa, Turkey
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- Kartal Research and Training Hospital, Department of Emergency Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey
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Neuroleptic malignant syndrome is a rare, potentially life-threatening complication which is an unpredictable, idiosyncratic reaction to antipsychotics. In patients receiving traditional antipsychotics, neuroleptic malignant syndrome occurs with an incidence of 0.2-3.3%. However, neuroleptic malignant syndrome also appears in patients treated with atypical antipsychotics, especially Clozapine. A possible cause of neuroleptic malignant syndrome is blockade of dopamine receptors in the nigrostriatal tracts or hypothalamic nuclei. If signs and symptoms of the Neuroleptic malignant syndrome are identified in time, full recovery is possible. This is a report of a female patient with neuroleptic malignant syndrome treated by traditional antipsychotics. As soon as neuroleptic malignant syndrome symptoms were recognized, the antipsychotic drugs were discontinued, symptomatic therapy was initiated and symptoms of neuroleptic malignant syndrome disappeared. However, the patient's psychotic symptoms persisted and an atypical antipsychotic was administered. During the next few days the psychotic symptoms gradually disappeared and the patient accomplished good recovery.
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Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a rare but potentially severe idiosyncratic adverse reaction usually seen in the context of treatment with antipsychotic drugs. Although NMS is historically associated with the classic or 'typical' antipsychotic drugs, it is also a potential adverse effect of atypical antipsychotic drugs. The widespread use of atypical antipsychotic drugs highlights the need to examine the data relating to the symptomatology, diagnosis, classification and management of NMS with these newer agents. We used MEDLINE and EMBASE to identify NMS case reports and systematic reviews published to June 2008 related to the atypical antipsychotic drugs clozapine, olanzapine, risperidone, paliperidone, aripiprazole, ziprasidone, amisulpride and quetiapine. Case reports and reviews were systematically examined. Our review suggests that, in general, NMS associated with atypical antipsychotic drugs manifests in a typical manner. One notable exception is clozapine-induced NMS, which appears less likely to manifest with extrapyramidal features, including rigidity and tremor. The available literature highlights the divergence of opinion relating to the core diagnostic features of NMS and its conceptualization as a categorical versus dimensional disorder. Both these issues have relevance for the identification of atypical or milder forms of NMS, which are sometimes seen with atypical antipsychotic drugs.
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- Julian N Trollor
- School of Psychiatry, University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
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Stoner SC, Berry A. Suspected Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome During Quetiapine-Clozapine Cross-Titration. J Pharm Pract 2009; 23:69-73. [DOI: 10.1177/0897190009333412] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a physiologic phenomenon that has been associated with the use of both first- and second-generation antipsychotics resultant to their ability to block dopamine blockade in the basal ganglia and hypothalamic regions of the brain. The typical reaction involves the presentation of muscle rigidity, changes in mental status, temperature elevation, labile blood pressure, and elevations in creatinine kinase and white blood cell counts. The reaction is most often reported early in the course of therapy but is well documented to have the potential to occur at any point in time. Untreated NMS can be fatal, often from secondary causes such as deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. Treatment involves immediate discontinuation of the offending agent, supportive therapy of clinical symptoms, and may include the use of the skeletal muscle relaxant, dantrolene sodium, or the dopaminergic agents bromocriptine or amantadine. In this case, we present a patient who developed symptoms of NMS during the cross-taper and conversion from quetiapine to clozapine. The patient was treated for NMS; however, his clinical diagnosis was never able to be definitively determined as he was initially evaluated for septicemia and later treated for suspected bacterial infection with antibiotics, and clozapine-associated side effects cannot be ruled-out as a contributing source to the clinical presentation. The estimated Naranjo Scale score for this case report is 3.
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- Steven C. Stoner
- University of Missouri–Kansas City, Kansas City
- Northwest Missouri Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center, St Joseph, Missouri
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- Northwest Missouri Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center, St Joseph, Missouri
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Detweiler MB, Mehra A, Rowell T, Kim KY, Bader G. Delirious mania and malignant catatonia: a report of 3 cases and review. Psychiatr Q 2009; 80:23-40. [PMID: 19199033 DOI: 10.1007/s11126-009-9091-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2008] [Accepted: 01/08/2009] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Delirious mania is often difficult to distinguish from excited catatonia. While some authors consider delirious mania a subtype of catatonia, the distinction between the two entities is important as treatment differs and effects outcome. It appears that as catatonia is described as having non-malignant and malignant states, the same division of severity may also apply to delirious mania. Non-malignant delirious mania meets the criteria for mania and delirium without an underlying medical disorder. The patients are amnestic, may lose control of bowel and bladder, but still respond to atypical antipsychotics and mood stabilizers. However, with increasing progression of the disease course and perhaps with an increasing load of catatonic features, delirious mania may convert to a malignant catatonic state (malignant delirious mania) which is worsened by antipsychotics and requires a trial of benzodiazepines and/or ECT. Three case reports are presented to illustrate the diagnostic conundrum of delirious mania and several different presentations of malignant catatonia.
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- Mark B Detweiler
- Psychiatry Service, Veterans Affairs Medical Center, 1970 Roanoke Boulevard, Salem, VA 24153, USA.
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Nicolson SE, Nemeroff CB. Ziprasidone in the treatment of mania in bipolar disorder. Neuropsychiatr Dis Treat 2007; 3:823-34. [PMID: 19300617 PMCID: PMC2656324 DOI: 10.2147/ndt.s794] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Ziprasidone is an atypical antipsychotic with a unique receptor-binding profile. Currently, ziprasidone is approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for the acute treatment of psychosis in schizophrenia and mania in bipolar disorder. When compared to certain other atypical antipsychotics, ziprasidone appears to have a relatively benign side effect profile, especially as regards metabolic effects eg, weight gain, serum lipid elevations and glucose dysregulation. Taken together, these data suggest that ziprasidone may be a first line treatment for patients with bipolar mania. However, ziprasidone is a relatively new medication for which adverse events after long-term use and/or in vulnerable patient populations must be studied. Unstudied areas of particular importance include the efficacy and safety of ziprasidone in the treatment of bipolar depression and relapse prevention of mania as, well as in the subpopulations of pregnant women, the elderly and pediatric patients. The emergence of mania in patients taking ziprasidone is another topic for further study.
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- Stephen E Nicolson
- Department of Psychiatry, Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY, USA
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Greenberg WM, Citrome L. Ziprasidone for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder: a review of the clinical trials. CNS DRUG REVIEWS 2007; 13:137-77. [PMID: 17627670 PMCID: PMC6494156 DOI: 10.1111/j.1527-3458.2007.00008.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Ziprasidone is a newer "atypical" or "second-generation" antipsychotic. Oral ziprasidone (ziprasidone hydrochloride) is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of schizophrenia, and acute manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar disorder (with or without psychotic features). Ziprasidone intramuscular (ziprasidone mesylate) is FDA-approved for acute agitation in patients with schizophrenia. Oral ziprasidone appears efficacious, and has been shown to have some limited clinical advantages over chlorpromazine and haloperidol in ameliorating negative symptoms of schizophrenia. In Phase 2 of the Clinical Antipsychotic Trials of Intervention Effectiveness (CATIE) for schizophrenia, ziprasidone did not match the clinical performance of olanzapine and risperidone, appearing closer in overall effectiveness to quetiapine. The rate of dose titration and the dose achieved may have an important bearing on ziprasidone's efficacy profile. In studies of usage for acute agitation in individuals with schizophrenia, intramuscular ziprasidone has been shown to be efficacious and relatively well tolerated. Regarding tolerability, ziprasidone, has important advantages in that it is not associated with clinically significant weight gain or adverse changes in cholesterol, triglycerides, or glycemic control, and patients may experience moderate improvement in these measures when switching to ziprasidone from a different antipsychotic agent. It also lacks significant persistent effects on prolactin levels, is not anticholinergic, and only infrequently causes extrapyramidal side effects or postural hypotension, although it can be associated with somnolence. This tolerability profile may be quite valuable in the treatment of some patients. Ziprasidone may prolong the electrocardiogram (ECG) QTc interval (QT interval corrected for heart rate by a standard algorithm), but after 5 years' clinical availability ziprasidone (by itself) does not appear to pose a substantial clinical problem in this regard. Therefore, ziprasidone may be considered a first-line drug option in the treatment of schizophrenia or manic episodes, but, in view of the differences among antipsychotic medications, drug selection should be guided by the patient's individual characteristics and situation.
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- William M Greenberg
- Department of Psychiatry, New York University School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA.
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Evcimen H, Alici-Evcimen Y, Basil B, Mania I, Mathews M, Gorman JM. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome induced by low dose aripiprazole in first episode psychosis. J Psychiatr Pract 2007; 13:117-9. [PMID: 17414689 DOI: 10.1097/01.pra.0000265770.17871.01] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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- Harun Evcimen
- Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, USA
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Current awareness: Pharmacoepidemiology and drug safety. Pharmacoepidemiol Drug Saf 2006. [DOI: 10.1002/pds.1180] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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