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Patients taking Seroquel are at an increased risk of developing the movement disorder, tardive dyskinesia (TD). Designed to treat bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, Seroquel, if taken in high doses for long periods of time, may lead to severe health risks.
Seroquel-caused TD is marked by uncontrollable movements in the face, tongue and other parts of the body. The severity of the disorder depends on how much Seroquel the patient has taken and for how long. Currently, there is no cure for TD, and depending on the patient and his/her overall health, symptoms may or may not subside once treatment is stopped.
Seroquel is an antipsychotic drug but is not the only medication that is associated with the development of TD. Antipsychotics are prescribed to treat mental disorders such as bipolar disorder and depression. Since they have similar symptoms, tardive dyskinesia is often misdiagnosed as schizophrenia. This is dangerous because antipsychotics are also prescribed to alleviate the symptoms of schizophrenia.
In addition to Syroquel, Antipsychotics include Olanzapine (trade name, Zyprexa), and risperidone (trade name, Risperdal).
Tardive dyskinesia is also a serious side effect associated with metoclopramide, marketed under the trade names Reglan and Maxolon. Metoclopramide is most often prescribed to pregnant women to treat morning sickness and nausea. Common side effects include dizziness, restlessness, and insomnia.
All of the above drugs increase the risk of tardive dyskinesia in patients. Due to the link between these drugs and tardive dyskinesia, an increase in the dosage of these drugs creates a high risk situation in which existing symptoms worsen while new ones surface.
If Seroquel is the cause of your tardive dyskinesia, it is important to contact a lawyer who specializes in these types of cases. An experienced lawyer will help you obtain the monetary compensation you will need to cover your medical bills, treatment costs and other losses including emotional pain and suffering.
While the connection between Seroquel and diabetes has been the focus of many lawsuits, more patients are coming forward with evidence of the connection between Seroquel and tardive dyskinesia. As more injuries are reported, the number of lawsuits will continue to rise.
To find out if you qualify to file a Seroquel lawsuit, please contact a tardive dyskinesia lawyer today.
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