NUR 2474

. Side Effect versus Adverse Effects The main difference between side effect and adverse effect is, a side effect can be either harmful or beneficial while an adverse effect is typically harmful and undesirable. In addition, adverse effects are more severe and life-threatening than side effects. 2. Extrapyramidal effects: (to which class) a. Acute Dystonia Extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS), also known as extrapyramidal side effects (EPSE) are drug-induced movement disorders, which include acu...