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What type of people are most at risk for tardive dyskenesia?
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Tardive dyskinesia: Any medication used long term that blocks the action of the brain chemical Dopamine can cause tardive dyskinesia. Those most at risk are people taking medications for psychosis, long term. These medications are sometime used as adjunct treatment for depression or anxiety.
Answered 6/25/2014
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