Janki Makani, Anand Kumar, Ibrahim Hussain, Niraj Kumar, Deepika Joshi
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Abstract
Parkinson's disease psychosis, characterized by confusion, visual hallucinations, and delusions is a nightmare for the patients and caregivers. Classic neuroleptics aggravate the motor symptoms, hence the need for an effective atypical antipsychotic. Currently Pimavanserin is the only approved drug for Parkinson's disease psychosis (PDP), however it is not readily available. Clozapine with its excellent anti psychotic profile, without worsening of motor features, cost effectiveness and easy availability transcends all boundaries in improving the Quality of life in PD patients with psychosis. We describe an elderly patient with PDP with an excellent response to low dose clozapine.
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Neurological Sciences is intended to provide a medium for the communication of results and ideas in the field of neuroscience. The journal welcomes contributions in both the basic and clinical aspects of the neurosciences. The official language of the journal is English. Reports are published in the form of original articles, short communications, editorials, reviews and letters to the editor. Original articles present the results of experimental or clinical studies in the neurosciences, while short communications are succinct reports permitting the rapid publication of novel results. Original contributions may be submitted for the special sections History of Neurology, Health Care and Neurological Digressions - a forum for cultural topics related to the neurosciences. The journal also publishes correspondence book reviews, meeting reports and announcements.
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