Benadryl (Diphenhydramine) is an antihistamine that can be used to treat extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS)5. Choice B rationale: Artane (Trihexyphenidyl) is an
EPS can be managed with Benadryl or Cogentin or by using the antipsychotics less likely to produce EPS. Dr. Carlat's Verdict: Avoid meds for
The technical terms for these are extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS) and tardive dyskinesia (TD). Symptoms of EPS include restlessness, tremor, and stiffness. TD
Haloperidol is often given with antihistamine ( mg benadryl or mg promethazine) for prophylaxis of extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS) or as a B52
Give scheduled home medications early or consider home PRNs. Benadryl/diphenhydramine EPS = Extrapyramidal Symptoms: akathisia (motor
Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) is an antihistamine that can also be used to control the symptoms of EPS. Protamine sulfate is used to counteract heparin. 03
These agents are known to produce characteristic extrapyramidal symptoms (Keepers, 2024). Benadryl (diphenhydramine) 50 mg p.r.n. for EPS.
The most serious of these effects are extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS). EPS include continuous muscle spasms and contractions (dystonia)
EPS = Extrapyramidal Symptoms: akathisia (motor restlessness), Parkinsonism, and dystonia /- Benadryl/diphenhydramine. Route: PO, IV, IM.
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