Trudy takes Thorazine, a phenothiazine, as part of her treatment regimen for schizophrenia. Sometimes she does not pay close attention and accidentally takes two doses in one day. Her doctor warns her that this is very dangerous because it could produce symptoms consistent with ____.

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Thorazine can cause extrapyramidal side effects, which are similar to the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, such as tremors and rigidity, especially if overdosed.

Trudy Takes Thorazine, a Phenothiazine, as Part of Her Treatment