extrapyramidal symptoms

What Are the Common Symptoms of EPS?

EPS encompasses a variety of motor symptoms, including:
Akathisia: A subjective sense of restlessness and the urge to move. Patients often describe an inability to sit still.
Dystonia: Sustained or repetitive muscle contractions, leading to abnormal postures or twisting movements.
Tardive Dyskinesia: Involuntary, repetitive body movements, often involving the face, lips, or tongue. This condition can develop after long-term use of dopamine antagonists.
Parkinsonism: Symptoms similar to Parkinson's disease, such as tremors, bradykinesia (slowness of movement), and rigidity.

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