Dopamine receptor blockade seen as cause for antipsychotic drug side-effects
Wednesday, July 6, 2016 - 21:21
in Health & Medicine
Scientists have discovered the key cellular mechanism that underlies the antipsychotic-induced parkinsonism -- which includes involuntary movements, tremors and other severe physical conditions. These studies present evidence that will stimulate a targeted approach for the design of novel antipsychotics without side-effects.