Self-limiting atypical antipsychotics-induced edema: Clinical cases and systematic review

Abstract

A number of atypical antipsychotics have been associated with peripheral edema. The exact cause is not known. We report two cases of olanzapine-induced edema and a brief review of atypical antipsychotic-induced edema, possible risk factors, etiology, and clinical features. The recommendation is given on different methods of managing this side effect.

Keywords

• Atypical antipsychotics
• edema
• side-effect