Case report examines drug-induced oculogyric crisis in patients, highlighting treatment options and implications.
Background/Purpose: Oculogyric crisis (OGC) is a rare neurological condition characterized by sustained, conjugate, dystonic eye movements, typically involving an upward gaze, lasting from minutes to hours. OGC has been associated with various conditions, including hereditary movement disorders, in particular dopamine metabolism defects (e.g., aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase deficiency and tyrosine hydroxylase deficiency). Additionally, it can be induced by several drugs, including neuroleptics, antiemetics, and anticonvulsants, as well as by focal brain lesions.
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