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Medication Action Comments Adverse Effects
Haloperidol (Haldol)
Neuroleptic
Alters the effects of dopamine in the CNS. Alsohas anticholinergic and alpha-adrenergic blocking activity.

Expected therapeutic effect:
decrease in motor and phonic tics.
Most side effects are dose relatedand can be resolved by decreasing dosage.

Anti-parkinsonian medication (e.g.0.5mg/day of benztropine) can sometimesbe used to alleviate side effects.

Additive hypotension with antihypertensives, nitrates, or alcohol.

Additive CNS depression with other CNS depressants.

Concurrent use with epinephrine may result in severe hypotension and tachycardia.

Acute encephalopathic syndrome may occur when used with lithium.
Motor drug-induced parkinsonism, akinesia, akathisia, acute dystonia, tardivedyskinesia, oculogyric crisis, extrapyramidal reactions, restlessness
CNS
sedation, drowsiness, decrease in cognitive function, anxiety
Autonomic
dry eyes/ mouth, urinary retention, diaphoresis, hypersalivation
GI
increase appetite, weight gain, anorexia, constipation, hepatitis
Other
dysphoria, social and school phobias, heat stroke, polydipsia, impotence,photosensitivity, rashes, galactorrhea, hyperpyrexia, anemia, leukopenia
Pimozide (Orap)
Neuroleptic
Alters the effects of dopamine in the CNS. Possessesanticholinergic and alpha-adrenergic blocking activity.

Expected therapeutic effect:
decrease in motor and phonic tics.
Better tolerated than haloperidol and probably is of equal efficacy.

EKG routinely ordered to monitor rhythm abnormalities. (U waves, inverted T waves, and Q-T prolongation.) Not generally a problem.
In general, side effects are similar to haloperidol, but may be less severe and appear in fewer patients.
Fluphenazine(Prolixin)
Neuroleptic
Alters the effects of dopamine in the CNS. Possesses anticholinergic and alpha-adrenergic blocking activity.

Expected therapeutic effect:
decrease in motor and phonic tics.
May cause false positive pregnancy test.

May turn urine pink or reddish brown.
In general side effects are the same as those listed for haloperidol, but, like Orap, some patients tolerate it better.
Thiothixene (Navane)
Neuroleptic
Alters the effect of dopamine in the CNS.

Expected therapeutic effect:
decrease in motor and phonic tics.
In event hypotension occurs, epinephrine should not be used as a pressor agent since a paradoxical further lowering of BP may result.

EKG changes usually reverse and frequently disappear on continued therapy.

May cause false positive pregnancy test.
Adverse affects similar to those for haloperidol. In addition, may have tachycardia, hypotension,non specific EKG changes, amenorrhea.
Chlorpromazine (Thorazine)
Neuroleptic
Alters the effect of dopamine in the CNS. Possesses significant anticholinergic and alpha adrenergic blocking activity.

Expected therapeutic effect:
decrease in motor and phonic tics.
Sudden death, apparently due to cardiac arrest, has been reported.

Skin pigmentation may occur following prolonged usage.

Ocular changes characterized by deposition of fine particulate matter in the lens and cornea.
In general, side effects same as forhaloperidol with an addition of two or three further symptoms. Noted EKG changes involving Q-T wave distortion, skin pigmentation changes, and eye changes.
Trifluoperazine (Stelazine)
Neuroleptic
Alters the effect of dopamine in the CNS. Possesses significant anticholinergic and alpha adrenergic blocking action.

Expected therapeutic effect:
decrease in motor and phonic tics.

May cause falsepositive pregnancy test.

May cause false positive liver bilirubin test.

CBC and liver function tests should be monitored .
In general,side effects similar to haloperidol. Additionally may cause Q wave and T wave changes, blood dyscrasia.
Thioridazine
(Mellaril)
Neuroleptic
Alters the effects of dopamine in the CNS. Possesses significant anticholinergic and alpha adrenergic blocking activity.

Expected therapeutic effect:
decrease in motor and phonic tics. Improvement in behavior.
Additive hypotension with other antihypertensive agent, nitrates, and acute ingestion of alcohol.

Additive CNS depression with other CNS agents including antihistamines,narcotic analgesics, sedative/hypnotics.

Lithium decreases blood level.

May mask early signs of lithium toxicity and increases the risk of extrapyramidalreactions.

Concurrent use with epinephrine may result in severe hypotension and tachycardia.

Increased risk of agranulopcytosis with antithyroid agents.
In general, side effects similar to haloperidol. Additionally may cause hepatictoxicity.
Risperidone
(Risperdal)
Neuroleptic
Dopamine and serotonin receptor antagonist.

Expected therapeutic effect:
decrease in motor and phonic tics. Improvement in behavior.
May be tolerated better than other neuroleptics,with fewer side effects.

In general side effects similar
to haloperidol.

Clomipramine (Anafranil)
Antidepressant
Antiobsessive
Potentiates the effect of serotonin (antiobsessionaleffect) and norepinephrine in the CNS. Also has moderate anticholinergic properties.

Expected therapeutic effect: decrease in obsessing, decrease in compulsions,possible decrease in tics, decrease in depression.
May block therapeutic response to antihypertensives.

Use with clonidine may cause hypertensive crisis.

Additive CNS depression with other CNS depressants including alcohol, antihistamines,narcotic, analgesics, and sedative/hypnotics.

Adrenergic and anticholinergic side effects may be additive with other agentsthat have the same properties.

Nicotine or cigarette smoke may increase metabolism and decrease effectiveness.
Motor
muscle weakness, extrapyramidal reactions
CNS
Seizures, sedation, drowsiness, lethargy, aggressive behavior.
Autonomic
dry eyes and mouth, blurred vision, vestibular disturbances, urinary retention
GI
constipation, weight gain,
Other
impotence, photosensitivity, gynecomastia, hyperthermia
Fluoxetine(Prozac)
Antidepressant
Inhibits the uptake of serotonin in the CNS.

Expected therapeutic effect: decrease in obsessing, decrease in compulsions,possible decrease in tics, decrease in depression.
Additive hypotension with antihypertensive agents.

Additive CNS depression with other CNS depressants including alcohol, antidepressants,antihistamines, MAO inhibitors, narcotic analgesics, sedative/hypnotics.

Phenobarbital may increase metabolism and decrease effectiveness.

Concurrent use with lithium may produce acute encephalopathy, decreased chlorpromazine absorption, increased excretion of lithium, increased riskof extrapyramidal reactions.

Decreases vasopressor response to epinephrine and norepinephrine.

Concurrent use with beta blockers may result in inhibition of metabolism of one or both drugs producing an increased response.

Increased risk of anticholinergic effects with other agents having anticholinergic properties.
Motor
extrapyramidal reactions, tardive dyskinesia, weakness, seizures
CNS
sedation, anxiety, insomnia, headache, tremor, dizziness, fatigue, mania,abnormal dreams
Autonomic
dry eyes and mouth, urinary retention, blurred vision, excessive sweating
GI
Constipation, ileus, anorexia, diarrhea
Other
hypotension, tachycardia, photosensitivity, hyperthermia, rare suicidalideation, cough, flu-like syndrome, impotence
Sertraline HCL (Zoloft)
Antidepressant
Potent selective inhibitor of neuronal serotonin reuptake and has only very weak effects on norepinephrine and dopamine neuronal reuptake. Does not inhibit MAO.

Expected therapeutic effect: decrease in depression, decrease in aggressive behavior, possible decrease in obsessions and compulsions.
Reports of fatal reactions withgiven with MAO inhibitors. Recommended that at least 14 days should elapsebetween usage.

32% decrease in valium clearance.

8% increase in prothrombin time. Should monitor upon initiation or discontinuation of use with warfarin.
Motor
ataxia, abnormal coordination, abnormal gait, tremor, dizziness
CNS
confusion, hyperesthesia, migraine, nystagmus, vertigo, twitching, insomnia
Autonomic
dry mouth, sweating, hypersalivation, urinary retention
GI
dysphagia, fecal incontinence, anorexia, weight gain, diarrhea
Other
aggressive reaction, amnesia, abnormal dreams, depersonalization, emotionallability, hallucination, gynecomastia, male sexual dysfunction, skin discoloration,skin odor, myalgia
Bupropion (Wellbutrin)
Antidepressant
Decreases neuronal reuptake of dopamine inthe CNS. Diminished neuronal uptake of serotonin and norepinephrine (less than tricyclic antidepressants).

Expected therapeutic effect:
decrease in depression, increased ability to concentrate. Possible decreasein obsessions and compulsions.
Increased risk of adversereactions when used with levodopa or MAO inhibitors.

Increased risk of seizures with phenothiazines, antidepressants, cessationof benzodiazepines, or cessation of alcohol.

If dose is missed, omit dose and return to regular dosing schedule. Do not double dose. Increased risk of seizure.
Motor
tremor, ataxia/incoordination, seizure, dyskinesia, vertigo
CNS
seizures, agitation, insomnia, psychoses, mania, headache, mania/hypomania,hallucinations, depression, memory impairment, depersonalization, mood instability
GI
dry mouth, nausea, change in appetite, weight gain or loss, constipation,dysphagia, stomatitis
Other
edema, EKG abnormalities, rashes, alopecia, gynecomastia, nocturia, vaginalirritation, sexual dysfunction, enuresis, urinary incontinence, menopause,shortness of breath, visual disturbance, flu-like syndrome

Paroxetine HCL (Paxil)
Antidepressant
Potentiation of serotonergic activity in the CNS resultingfrom inhibition of neural reuptake of serotonin. Very weak effects on norepinephrine and dopamine neuronal reuptake.

Expected therapeutic effect:
decrease in depression, decrease in aggressive behavior.
Phenobarbitolmay decrease effectiveness.

Cimetidine may increase concentrations in plasma by 50%.

Co-administration of certain antidepressants (e.g., nortriptyline, amitriptyline,imipramine, desipramine and fluoxetine) should be approached with caution.
Motor
myoclonus
CNS
insomnia, agitation, anxiety, headache, parethesia, CNS stimulation, asthenia,somnolence, dizziness
Autonomic
dry mouth, sweating, blurred vision
GI
constipation, increased or decreased appetite, dyspepsia, diarrhea
Other
fever, taste perversion, male sexual disturbance, urinary frequency, myalgia
Venlafaxine hydrochloride
(Effexor)
Antidepressant
Potent inhibitor of neuronal serotonin andnorepinephrine reuptake and weak inhibitors of dopamine reuptake.

Expected therapeutic effect:
decrease in depression, possible decrease in obsessions and compulsions.
When discontinueddose should be tapered slowely over a 2 week period.

At least 14 days should elapse between discontinuation of an MAOI and initiationof therapy with Effexor. In addition, at least 7 days should be allowedafter stopping Effexor before starting an MAOI.

Dose may need to be reduced by 50% for patients with hepatic impairment.
Motor
tremor, hypertonia,ataxia, hyperkinesia, rare dystonia
CNS
Migraine, asthenia, somnolence, dizziness, nervousness, anxiety, insomnia
Autonomic
Dry mouth and eyes, blurred vision sweating
GI
Nausea, constipation, anorexia, diarrhea
Other
abnormal ejaculation/orgasm, impotence
Fluvoxamine
(Luvox)
Antidepressant
Potent inhibitor of presynaptic neuronal reuptakeof serotonin

Expected therapeutic effect:
decrease in depression, decrease in obsessions and compulsions.
Thecoadministration of fluvoxamine 100 mg/day and propranolol (Inderol) resulted in a fivefold increase in propranolol plasma concentration and a slightdecrease in heart rate. Motor
tremor, hypodinesia
CNS
somnolence, headache, agitation, dizziness, asthenia
Autonomic
dry mouth
GI
nausea/vomiting, constipation, anorexia
Other
insomnia, syncope
Desipramine HCL (Norpramin)
Tricyclic antidepressant
Blocks re-uptake of norepinephrine.Has significant anticholinergic properties.

Expected therapeutic effect: decrease in depression, increased ability toconcentrate, decrease in emotionally labile behavior.
Should not be given in conjunction with, or within2 weeks of, treatment with MAO inhibitor; hyperpyretic crisis and deathhave occurred.

Not recommended for children.

Sudden death resulting from cardiac arrest has been reported in childrenusing this medication.

Prolongation of QRS or QT wave intervals on EKG are significant for toxicity.
Motor
incoordination, ataxia, extrapyramidal symptoms, seizures
CNS
disorientation, anxiety, insomnia, nightmares, hypomania, drowsiness,
Autonomic
dry mouth, blurred vision, urinary
retention, sweating, urinary frequency
GI
anorexia, constipation, weight gain
Other
itching, photosensitivity, gynecomastia, galactorrhea, decreased libido,alopecia, EKG changes
Imipramine (Tofranil)
Tricyclic antidepressant
Potentiates the effect of serotoninand norepinephrine. Has significant anticholinergic properties.

Expected therapeutic effect: decrease in depression, increased ability toconcentrate, decrease in emotionally labile behavior.
May cause hypotension and tachycardia when used with MAO inhibitors. Avoid concurrent use-discontinue 2 weeks prior to start of imipramine.

May prevent therapeutic response to most antihypertensive.

May cause severe hypertension when used with clonidine. Avoid concurrentuse.
CNS
drowsiness, sedation, confusion, agitation, hallucination, insomnia
Autonomic
dry mouth and eyes, blurred vision, urinary retention
GI
constipation
Other
photosensitivity, hypotension, EKG changes, arrhythmias

Buspirone HCL (Buspar)
Antianxiety
Binds to serotonin and dopamine receptors inthe brain (enhances serotonin transmission while blocking dopamine transmission).Increases norepinephrine metabolism in the brain.

Expected therapeutic effect: decrease in emotionally labile behavior.
Usewith MAO inhibitors may result in hypertension.

Avoid use with alcohol
Motor
incoordination, tremor, fatigue
CNS
dizziness, insomnia, nervousness, drowsiness, excitement, personality changes,paresthesia, numbness
Autonomic
blurred vision, nasal congestion, altered taste or smell, dry mouth andeyes, sweating, urinary hesitancy
GI
diarrhea, constipation, nausea
Other
myalgia, chest pain, palpitations, tachycardia, hypo or hypertension
Diazepam (Valium) Antianxiety
Sedative /hypnotic
Depresses the CNS, probably by potentiatinggamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), an inhibitory neurotransmitter.
Produces skeletal muscle relaxation by inhibiting spinal polysynaptic afferentpathways.

Expected therapeutic effect: decrease in anxiety.
Concurrentuse with alcohol, antidepressants, antihistamines, and narcotic analgesics results in additive CNS depression.

Cimetidine, oral contraceptives, disulfiram, fluoxetine, ionized, propranolol,ketoconazole, metoprolol, propoxphene, or valproic acid may enhance itsactions.

Sedative effects may be decreased by theophylline.
CNS
dizziness, drowsiness, lethargy, hangover, paradoxical excitation, mentaldepression, headache
Autonomic
blurred vision
GI
nausea, constipation
Other
respiratory depression, tolerance, psychological dependence, physical dependence.
Clorazepate (Tranxene)
Antianxiety
Sedative /hypnotic
Benzodiazepine
Acts at many levels in the CNS to produceanxiolytic effect and CNS depression (by stimulating inhibitory GABA receptors).Produces skeletal muscle relaxation (by inhibiting spinal polysynaptic afferentpathways).

Expected therapeutic effect:
decrease in anxiety.
May decreaseefficacy of levodopa.

Other drug interactions similar to diazepam.





Side effects similar to those of diazapam.
Alprazolam (Xanax)
Sedative /hypnotic
Benzodiazepine
Acts at many levels in the CNS to produce anxiolytic effect. Depresses the CNS, probably by potentiating gamma aminobutyricacid (GABA), an inhibitory neurotransmitter.

Expected therapeutic effect:
decrease in anxiety.
Drug interactions same as Tranxene. Sideeffects similar to those of diazapam.
Carbamazepine (Tegretol)
Anticonvulsant
Decreases synaptic transmission in the CNS.

Expected therapeutic effect:
decrease in aggressive behavior, decrease in emotionally labile behavior.
May decrease effectiveness of oral contraceptives, benzodiazepines, and otheranticonvulsants.

Concurrent use (within 14 days) of MAO inhibitors may result in hyperpyrexia,hypertension, seizure and death.

Verapamil, diltiazem, propoxphene, or erythromycin increases carbamazepinelevels and may cause toxicity.
Motor
ataxia
CNS
vertigo, drowsiness, psychosis, visual hallucinations
Autonomic
blurred vision, urinary retention or hesitancy
GI
hepatitis
Other
Congestive heart failure, syncope, hypo- or hypertension, photosensitivity,aplastic anemia, agranulocytosis, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, leukocytosis,eosinophilia
Clonazepam (Klonipin)
Anticonvulsant
Produces anticonvulsant and sedative effectsin the CNS. Mechanism is unknown but is probably similar to that of benzodiazepines,has a high affinity for the y- gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) receptor,increasing synaptic serotonin.

Expected therapeutic effect:
decrease in aggressive behavior, decrease in emotionally labile behavior,decrease in tics.
Longterm effects on growth and maturation in children not known.

Concurrent use of alcohol, antidepressants, antihistamines, and narcoticanalgesics will result in additive CNS depression.

Cimetidine, oral contraceptives, disulfiram, fluoxetine, ionized, propranolol,ketoconazole, metoprolol, propoxphene, or valproic acid may enhance itsactions.

Sedative effects may be decreased by theophylline.
Motor
Ataxia, choreiform movements
CNS
drowsiness, behavioral changes, abnormal eye movements, nystagmus
Autonomic
increased respiratory secretions, urinary retention, hypersalivation
GI
constipation, hepatitis
Other
palpitations, anemia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, eosinophilia, fever,increase in libido
Clonidine (Catapres)
Antihypertensive
Alpha blocker
Stimulates alpha adrenergic receptors in theCNS. Result is inhibition of cardioacceleration and vasoconstriction center.

Adrenergic agonist, but stimulates inhibitory neurons in the CNS. In higherdoses ceases inhibitory effects and causes an increase in sympathetic arousal.


Expected therapeutic effect:
decrease in tics, increased attention, decrease in emotionally labile behavior.
Additivesedation with CNS depressants including alcohol, antihistamines, narcoticanalgesics, and sedative/hypnotics.

Withdrawal phenomenon may be exaggerated by concurrent tricyclic antidepressants.

Do not discontinue abruptly.
CNS
drowsiness, nightmares, nervousness, depression
Autonomic
dry mouth and eyes
GI
constipation
Other
hypotension, bradycardia, palpitations, impotence, weight gain, withdrawalphenomenon
Guanfacine
(Tenex)
Antihypertensiv eAlpha blocker
Stimulates CNS alpha adrenergicreceptors, resulting in decreased sympathetic outflow.

Expected therapeutic effect:
decrease in motor tics, improvement in mood.
Additive hypotension with other antihypertensive agents, nitrates, and acute ingestion of alcohol.

Additive CNS depression may occur with other CNS depressants, includingalcohol, antihistamines, narcotic analgesics, tricyclic antidepressants,and sedative/hypnotics.
CNS
drowsiness, weakness, fatigue, dizziness, headache, insomnia, depression
Autonomic
dry mouth
GI
constipation, abdominal pain, nausea
Other
Tinnitus, dyspnea, impotence
Propranolol(Inderol)
Antihypertensive
Beta blocker
Blocks stimulation of beta1 and beta 2 receptorsites.

Expected therapeutic effect:
decrease in emotionally labile behavior, decrease in rage attacks, decreasein obsessive symptoms, possible improvement in tics.
Concurrent use with amphetamines,cocaine, ephedrine, epinephrine, norepinephrine, phenylephrine, or pseudoephedrinemay result in excess alpha-adrenergic stimulation, hypertension, and bradycardia.

May produce hypertension within 14 days of MAO inhibitor.

Cimetidine may decrease metabolism and increase the effects of propranolol.

Do not withdraw abruptly.
CNS
fatigue, weakness, depression, insomnia, dizziness
Autonomic
dry eyes, blurred vision, nasal stuffiness
GI
constipation, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting
Other
bronchospasm, bradycardia, pulmonary edema, hypo or hyperglycemia, impotence,Raynaud's phenomenon
Nifedipine (ProcardiaXL)
Antihypertensive
Calcium channel blocker
Acts on slow calcium channels invascular smooth muscle and myocardium, producing vasodilation.

Expected therapeutic effect:
decrease in tic symptoms.
Additive hypotensionwith antihypertensives.

May increase blood levels and risk of toxicity with digoxin.

Cimetidine may slow metabolism and lead to toxicity.
CNS
dizziness, giddiness, headache
Autonomic
flushing, warmth, sweating, nasal congestion, sore throat
GI
nausea, constipation, flatulence
Other
dyspnea, cough, hypotension, wheezing, tachycardia, arrhythmias, fever,heart failure, muscle cramping
Verapamil(Isoptin)
Antihypertensive
Calcium channel blocker
Inhibits calcium transport into myocardialand vascular smooth muscle cells, resulting in inhibition of excitationcontraction coupling and subsequent contraction.

Expected therapeutic effect:
decrease in motor tics, improvement in mood.
Mayincrease or decrease lithium levels.

Increase risk of toxicity from theophylline.

Increased risk of bradycardia, congestive heart failure, and arrhythmiaswhen used with beta-adrenergic blocking agents or disopyramide.

Additive hypotension with antihypertensive agents, acute ingestion of alcohol,nitrates, or quinidine.

CNS
dizziness, headache, fatigue
GI
constipation,abdominal discomfort
Other
bradycardia, hypotension, edema, heart block, sinus arrest, pulmonary edema

Methylphenidate HCL (Ritalin )
CNS stimulant
Produces CNS and respiratory stimulation withweak sympathomimetic activity.

Expected therapeutic effect:
increased attention span in attention deficit disorder.

Caution:
may cause increase in motor tics. May cause onset of TS.
Adversereactions can usually be reduced by decreasing dosage or omitting dose in afternoon or evening.

Toxic psychosis has been reported.

Long term therapy may stunt growth.

Treatment should be assessed periodically. Improvement may be sustained when the drug is either temporarily or permanently discontinued.

Drug treatment usually may be discontinued after puberty.
Motor
increase in motor tics, restlessness, tremor, hyperactivity, akathisia,dyskinesia
CNS
insomnia, irritability, dizziness, headache, nervousness
Autonomic
blurred vision, dry mouth
GI
nausea, anorexia, cramps, constipation, weight loss
Other
leukopenia, fever, tachycardia, palpitation, hyper or hypotension, metallictaste
Dextro amphetamine (Dexedrine)
CNS stimulant
Produces CNS stimulation by releasing norephinephrine from nerve endings.

Expected therapeutic effect:
increased attention span in attention deficit disorder.

Caution:
may cause increase in motor tics. May cause onset of TS.
Additive adrenergic effects with other adrenergicagents.

Use with MAO inhibitors can result in hypertensive crisis.

Large doses of ascorbic acid decreases effect.

Phenothiazines may decrease effect.

May antagonize the response to antihypertensive.

Increased risk of cardiovascular side effects with beta blockers or tricyclicantidepressants.
Side effects similar to those of Ritalin with an addition of psychological dependence, physical dependence, increasedlibido, decrease in seizure threshold
Pemoline(Cylert)
CNS stimulant
Produces CNS stimulation, which may be mediatedby dopamine.

Expected therapeutic effect:
increase in attention span in attention deficit disorder.

Caution:
may cause increase in motor tics. May cause onset of TS.
Long term therapy may stunt growth.

Additive CNS stimulation with other CNS stimulants or adrenergics, including decongestants

Take medication in a.m. to avoid sleep disturbances.

Side effects similar to those of Ritalin with the addition of dyskinetic movements, sweating, decrease in seizure threshold.
Lithium (Lithobid)
Antimanic
Antidepressant
Alters cation transport in nerve and muscle.May also influence re-uptake of neurotransmitters.

Expected therapeutic effect: given concurrently with antidepressant may enhance response to serotonergic agents.
May prolong the action of neuromuscular blocking agents.

Encephalopathic syndrome may occur with haloperidol.

Diuretics, methyldopa, probenecid, indomethacin, and other nonsteroidalanti inflammatory agents may increase the risk of toxicity.

Lithium may decrease the effects of chlorpromazine.

Chlorpromazine may mask early signs of lithium toxicity.

Large changes in sodium intake (medication or food) may alter the renalelimination of lithium. Increasing sodium intake will increase renal excretion.
Motor
muscle weakness, rigidity, hyperirritability, ataxia, tremors, psychomotorretardation
CNS
headache, impaired memory, lethargy, drowsiness, confusion, seizure, restlessness,aphasia, hyperirritability
Autonomic
tinnitus, blurred vision, dry mouth
GI
nausea, anorexia, epigastric bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea, metallictaste, weight gain
Other
EKG changes, hypotension, arrhythmias, polyuria, nephrogenic diabetes insipidus,renal toxicity, acneiform erruption, folliculitis, pruritis, diminishedsensation, alopecia, hyper- or hypothyroidism, goiter, hyperglycemia, leukocytosis

References: Physicians' Desk Reference 1992, 46th edition.
Davis's Drug Guide For Nurses, third edition1993, Judith Hopfer Deglin,PharmD, April Hazard Vallerand,
MSN, RN, F.A. Davis Company, Philadelphia.

REPRINTED FROM: Wang, C., & Curry, L. (Eds.) Tourette Syndrome A Continuing EducationCourse for Registered Nurses, Tourette Syndrome Association - Southern CaliforniaChapter. TSA-SC Reseda, CA 1993.

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