Aripiprazole induced hiccups

Hiccups are a product of involuntary, intermittent spasmodic contraction of the diaphragm and inspiratory intercostal muscles that results in sudden inspiration and abrupt closure of the glottis. The exact pathophysiology of hiccups remains unknown. However, certain neurotransmitters, medications, and other factors have been implicated. We report a case of a 38 year old patient who developed hiccups three days after adding aripiprazole 5 mg once...