Antioxidants May Aid in the Treatment of Tardive Dyskinesia

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - May 9, 2019 - PRLog -- This case report describes a man in his 30s with a diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder–bipolar type who began exhibiting involuntary movements of the tongue, lips, and truncal area. While initial agents did not completely improve involuntary movements, combining them with antioxidants such as omega-3/DHA/EPA/DPA, vitamin B6, and melatonin lowered symptom severity. Thus, alternative treatment options may be considered before use of more expensive agents for mild cases of tardive dyskinesia.

Access the entire case report, "Antioxidants for the Treatment of Tardive Dyskinesia: AIMing to Find the Best Treatment Option," by O. Greg Deardorff, PharmD, BCPP; Kimberly A. Ehrhard, PharmD; Jason Cafer, MD; and Beth M. Hall, PharmD, BCPP, at https://www.psychiatrist.com/PCC/article/Pages/2019/v21n03/18l02375.aspx

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