
Tardive Dyskinesia
📋Overview
Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is a movement disorder characterized by involuntary, repetitive movements, typically of the face, tongue, and limbs. It is a well-recognized adverse effect of long-term use of dopamine receptor blocking agents, especially antipsychotic medications. The term 'tardive dyskinesia' is the preferred modern terminology.
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