Abstract |
Clonidine usually serves as a tic-suppressing agent in patients with Tourette syndrome. A case study is presented in which clonidine at subclinical concentrations led to an exacerbation of the tics and caused severe systemic heat sensations. Involvement of functional abnormalities of the hypothalamus in Tourette syndrome is hypothesized.
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Authors | A R Kessler |
Journal | Journal of child neurology
(J Child Neurol)
Vol. 16
Issue 5
Pg. 380-1
(May 2001)
ISSN: 0883-0738 [Print] United States |
PMID | 11392527
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
- Adrenergic alpha-Agonists
- Clonidine
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Topics |
- Adrenergic alpha-Agonists
(administration & dosage, adverse effects)
- Child
- Clonidine
(administration & dosage, adverse effects)
- Humans
- Male
- Tics
(chemically induced, diagnosis)
- Tourette Syndrome
(drug therapy)
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