A 30 year old manic patient was prescribed haloperidol one week back. For the last two days, he has become restless and kept pacing in the room for a day. On examination, he was found to have tremors of hand. He is most likely suffering from –
Correct Answer: Akathisia
Description: Restlessness and pacing in room within 1 week of antipsychotic (haloperidol) therapy suggest the diagnosis of Akathisia.
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