Posted by ed_uk on June 12, 2006, at 13:30:35
In reply to Re: labwork for antipsychotics, posted by xbunny on June 12, 2006, at 8:44:10
Hi Buns
A prolonged QT interval is associated with an abnormal heart rhythm called torsades de points. It can occasionally lead to sudden death. The risk was particularly high with thioridazine (Mellaril), which is why it was discontinued.
Ed
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