Reversible pathologic jealousy (Othello syndrome) associated with amantadine

J Geriatr Psychiatry Neurol. 1991 Jul-Sep;4(3):157-9. doi: 10.1177/089198879100400306.

Abstract

We describe a case of pathologic jealousy (Othello syndrome) in a patient with Parkinson disease, which abated after discontinuing amantadine. We indicate that early recognition and treatment of the syndrome in this disease may avert physical violence. We also believe that our report further suggests a link between this specific behavioral disorder and dopaminergic activity.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Amantadine / administration & dosage
  • Amantadine / adverse effects*
  • Delusions / chemically induced*
  • Delusions / diagnosis
  • Delusions / psychology
  • Humans
  • Jealousy*
  • Male
  • Neurologic Examination
  • Parkinson Disease / drug therapy*
  • Parkinson Disease / psychology
  • Substance-Related Disorders / diagnosis*
  • Substance-Related Disorders / psychology
  • Syndrome

Substances

  • Amantadine