Metoclopramide Induced Acute Dystonic Reactions: A Case Series

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Case series highlights acute dystonic reactions in young females, indicating vigilance is crucial.

All four cases presented acute dystonic reactions after metoclopramide use, which were misdiagnosed initially.
Dystonic reactions included symptoms like trismus and torticollis, appearing within 24 hours of medication use.
Promethazine was effective in treating these reactions in a resource-limited clinical setting.
Increased awareness among health professionals is necessary to manage metoclopramide-induced dystonia effectively.

Chahal et al. (2025) studied this question.

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