What is a life threatening reaction to antipsychotics? Understanding the risks of NMS and other severe side effects
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While potentially rare, the mortality rate for Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS), a severe reaction to antipsychotics, was historically over 30%, though increased awareness has significantly reduced this figure. Learning to identify what is a life threatening reaction to antipsychotics is crucial for anyone taking these medications or their caregivers to ensure rapid intervention and better outcomes.
