Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is a movement disorder linked to neuroleptics, a type of antipsychotic drug. Some studies suggest 20 to 50% of people taking neuroleptics develop TD during treatment, and it ...

Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD Tardive dyskinesia and dystonia are movement disorders with different causes and onset of symptoms.Treatment for both disorders may involve anticholinergic ...

Accurate and early diagnosis of tardive dyskinesia (TD), a serious movement disorder typically caused by exposure to antipsychotic medications, is imperative for long-term management. "Keeping an eye ...

Differentiating tardive dyskinesia from other movement disorders can be challenging. "One major criterion is the history of exposure to neuroleptic medications," said Jeff Bronstein, MD, PhD, of the ...

This transcript has been edited for clarity. Martha Sajatovic, MD: Hello. I'm Dr Martha Sajatovic. I direct the Neurological and Behavioral Outcomes Center at University Hospitals Cleveland. Joining ...

Tardive dyskinesia is a common side effect caused by antipsychotic use. It is a neurological disorder characterized by involuntary, repetitive movements, often involving the face, mouth, tongue, and ...

“Tardive dyskinesia” (TD) is a medical term that literally means “late-onset abnormal movements” and is specifically used to describe an involuntary movement disorder caused by cumulative exposure to ...

The term "tardive syndrome" encompasses types of tardive dyskinesia, and using both when applicable can improve clarity in medical communication and literature. Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is widely known ...

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Whether someone you know already has tardive dyskinesia (TD) or they're at risk for it because of a medicine they take, you might wonder how you can help. People who have this movement disorder need a ...