A Brief Review on Rabbit Syndrome
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Antipsychotics, Olanzapine, Rabbit SyndromeAbstract
Rabbit syndrome is a rare condition affecting only a small amount of psychiatric patients who are under antipsychotic treatment. This syndrome is characterized by fine, rapid, rhythmic movements along the vertical axis of mouth accompanied by lip sound and these movements occur with a frequency of approximately 5Hz. This syndrome is a late onset extra pyramidal side effect occurring 2- 5% of patients who were chronically treated with neuroleptics. Usually it occurs more in females older than 40years and twice predominant than males. Providing the empirical treatment by considering the neuropathological aspects of the patients may enhance the quality of life. To improve the treatment options, advanced research on the neurophysiological and pharmacological aspects are required.
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