Antibiotic-induced neuropsychiatric toxicity: epidemiology, mechanisms and management strategies –a narrative literature review
Ali Althubyani, Samantha Canto, Huy P. Pham, Dana Holger, Jose A Rey
Abstract
psychiatric toxicity). However, the exact mechanism by which antibiotics can cause neuropsychiatric toxicity remains unclear. This article reviews the epidemiology of antibiotic-induced neuropsychiatric toxicity, explores potential mechanisms of this adverse event, investigates variations in frequency and clinical presentations between different antibiotic classes causing neuropsychiatric toxicity, and discusses management strategies.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineNarrative reviewAntibioticsIntensive care medicineEpidemiologyToxicityInternal medicineMicrobiologyBiologyPharmacovigilance and Adverse Drug ReactionsSchizophrenia research and treatmentElectroconvulsive Therapy Studies