Which of the following is not a method of treating parkinsonism which may develop from the continued use of a phenothiazine?
A. Administering a dopamine agonist
B. Administering a centrally acting anticholinergic drug
C. Completely stopping the use of phenothiazine for treatment
D. Reducing the dosage of phenothiazine
Answer: A
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