anticholinergic symptoms
Review the available symptom checkers for these symptoms of Anticholinergic syndrome: 1  Fever -- Symptom Checker. 2  Flushing -- Symptom Checker. 3  Dilated pupils -- Symptom Checker.  Somnolence -- Symptom 1  Checker. Delirium -- Symptom Checker.  Coma -- Symptom 1  Checker. Abnormal heart rhythm -- Symptom Checker. Those that experience anticholinergic toxicity will exhibit a variety of symptoms. In nearly all cases, the specific symptoms will be a result of the drug(s) ingested, dosage, and the individual. Keep in mind that the number of symptoms experienced as well as severity will be subject to individual variation. Amnesia: Those experiencing anticholinergic toxicity often exhibit amnesia as a symptom. Anticholinergic syndrome: Introduction. Anticholinergic syndrome: Symptoms caused by overdose of anticholinergic drugs. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Anticholinergic syndrome is available below. Symptoms of Anticholinergic syndrome. Abstract. 1  Atypical antipsychotics are associated with a lower risk of extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS) and tardive dyskinesia than the conventional antipsychotics; however, many atypical antipsychotics can cause other potentially harmful side effects such as anticholinergic side effects. Common manifestations are as follows: 1  Flushing. 2  Dry skin and mucous membranes. 3  Mydriasis with loss of accommodation.  Altered mental status 1  (AMS) Fever. Symptoms of Anticholinergic syndrome. The list of signs and symptoms mentioned in various sources for Anticholinergic syndrome includes the 9 symptoms listed below: Fever. Flushing. Dilated pupils. Central nervous system disorders. Somnolence. Delirium. Most concerning is emerging research that anticholinergic medication may raise the risk of dementia in older people. 1  Blurred vision. 2  Constipation. 3  Decreased sweating. 4  Dizziness. Dry mouth.  Difficulty urinating and/or kidney failure. United States. Anticholinergic syndrome may be caused by intentional overdose, inadvertent ingestion, medical noncompliance, or geriatric polypharmacy. Systemic effects also have resulted from topical eye drops. Anticholinergic syndrome commonly follows the ingestion of a wide variety of prescription and over-the-counter medications. Anticholinergic Toxicity: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment. Many drugs have anticholinergic properties, meaning they inhibit the neurotransmission of acetylcholine in the brain. Drugs with anticholinergic effects prevent acetylcholine from binding to receptors, resulting in therapeutic effects. Peripheral and central anticholinergic side effects can cause physical and mental impairment. Awareness of the medications that have the potential to cause anticholinergic side effects as well as proper management of these symptoms can aid physicians in treating patients who need antipsychotic therapy.
Fever, Flushing, Dilated pupils, Central nervous system disorders, Somnolence, Delirium.