Treatments for Tardive Dyskinesia

Tardive dyskinesia is a painful condition that causes involuntary muscle movements. Many people who suffer from this condition experience uncontrollable movements of their eyes, tongue, jaw, or neck. Tardive dyskinesia is most commonly associated with the long-term use of certain medications.

Unfortunately, use of the heartburn medication Reglan has been linked to this serious medical problem. If you or a member of your family has developed tardive dyskinesia or other health problems due to Reglan use, we can help you explore your legal options. Call the Reglan lawsuit attorneys of Williams Kherkher today at 800-761-3187 for more information.

Available Treatment Options

There is currently no cure for tardive dyskinesia. In most cases, the primary treatment is to discontinue use of the drug that is causing it. This may end the condition, although it is possible that symptoms may persist or even be permanent.

Some patients may be given medications to reduce the symptoms of tardive dyskinesia. The same drugs that are used to treat Parkinson’s disease can sometimes be effective in treating this condition. Other drugs that reduce the body’s level of the hormone dopamine may also be useful.

Other patients may want to try natural remedies, such as vitamin E or omega-3 fatty acids. However, most of these remedies have never been tested in clinical trials, so their effectiveness is unknown. Before you try any herbal or other remedy for tardive dyskinesia, it is important to discuss it with a medical professional.

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Tardive dyskinesia is a painful and intrusive medical condition. If you have developed this condition after using Reglan, you may have grounds for legal action. To learn more, contact the Reglan side effect lawyers of Williams Kherkher by calling 800-761-3187.