Abstract
This article focuses on potential neurological side effects secondary to psychotropic agents. Clinicians often have to manage these relatively commonly occurring neurological side effects. These potential side effects, if not managed in a timely manner, could be a significant negative factor impacting compliance and tolerability as well as efficacy. This article reviews mechanism of action, assessment, diagnosis, and management of extrapyramidal side effects including akathisia, acute dystonia, parkinsonism, and tardive dyskinesia, as well as motor tics, tremors, myoclonus, seizures, and delirium. Prescribing clinicians need to be cognizant of these potential side effects and knowledgeable in assessing and managing them. [ Psychiatr Ann . 2021;51(9):402–409.]
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