Pimozide Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity
COMMON side effects
If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression
- A Feeling Of Restlessness With Inability To Sit Still
- A Type Of Movement Disorder Called Parkinsonism
- Abnormal Heart Rhythm
- Behavioral Problems
- Extrapyramidal Disease, A Type Of Movement Disorder
- Mood Changes
- Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, A Reaction Characterized By Fever, Muscle Rigidity And Confusion
- Ventricular Arrhythmias, A Type Of Abnormal Heart Rhythm
If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression
- A Change In Vision
- A Skin Rash
- Blurred Vision
- Constipation
- Drowsiness
- Dry Mouth
- Excessive Saliva Production
- Generalized Weakness
- Headache
- Inducing Of A Relaxed Easy State
- Itching
- Low Blood Pressure
- Orthostatic Hypotension, A Form Of Low Blood Pressure
INFREQUENT side effects
If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression
- Hyperactive Behavior
- Tardive Dyskinesia, A Disorder Characterized By Involuntary Movements Of The Face, Mouth And Tongue
If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression
- Abnormal Sexual Function
- Breastmilk Production Not Associated With Childbirth Or Nursing
- Decreased Appetite
- Diarrhea
- Enlarged Breasts
- Nervousness
- Poisoning Caused By Anticholinergic Medication
- The Inability To Have An Erection
- Weight Loss
RARE side effects
If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression
- A Type Of Blood Disorder Where The Red Blood Cells Burst Called Hemolytic Anemia
- Clouding Of The Lens Of The Eye Called Cataracts
- Low Levels Of A Type Of White Blood Cell Called Neutrophils
- Low Levels Of White Blood Cells
- Painful And Involuntary Movement Of The Eyes Called Oculogyric Crisis
- Prolonged QT Interval On EKG
- Very Low Levels Of Granulocytes, A Type Of White Blood Cell
If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression
- Accidental Falls
- An Increased Need To Urinate Often
- Breast Pain
- Depression
- Dizziness
- Excessive Sweating
- Fluid Accumulation Around The Eye
- Nausea
- Vomiting
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