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- Antipsychotics: An OverviewThe world of psychiatric medications can be confusing for people who have just been diagnosed or started medications. There are several types of medications used for people with mental health problems. In this article I will be talking about Antipsychotic
- Atypical Antipsychotics Often Prescribed Despite Uncertain Evidence, Study ShowsA new study indicates atypical antipsychotic medications are often prescribed despite there being uncertain evidence that they will be beneficial to a patient.
- Comparing Older and Atypical AntipsychoticsHow do atypical antipsychotics differ from traditional antipsychotics?
- Why Are Antipsychotics the Top-Selling Drug in America?Antipsychotics are the top-selling class of medications in the US, and are being increasingly prescribed for off-label, non FDA approved uses, from eating disorders through gambling to stuttering and substance abuse.
Seroquel, AntiPsychotic Medicaton and Weight GainWhy does taking Seroquel, or other antipsychotic drugs for biplolar disorder and schizophrenia, make patients pack on the pounds and gain weight.- Atypical Antipsychotics in the Treatment of Unipolar and Bipolar Depression: Friend or Foe?An APA style research article discussing the pros and cons of treating bipolar and unipolar depressions with atypical antipsychotics based upon scientific research.
- Potential Risks of Antipsychotic MedicationsAntipsychotic medications treat not only schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, but also autism, ADHD, OCD and many other mental health conditions. Learn some of the potential serious side effects of these medications.
- Should Atypical Antipsychotics Be the First Choice Treatment for Severe Depression?This article argues that atypicle antipsychotics should be the first choice treatment in severe depression as opposed to antidepressants.
The Truth About AntipsychoticsAntipsychotics are used to help psychotic episodes. However, when they are removed from the body, psychosis bites again with an even fiercer set of teeth.- Antipsychotic Medication Dangers You Need to Know AboutAntipsychotic drugs are associated with a variety of side effects. Now, a new study further highlights antipsychotic medication dangers. Here's what you need to know.
- Prescribing Antidepressants and Antipsychotics to Children Under 10Is it irresponsible to allow your child to take these types of medication? Is it necessary ever?
- Study: New Drug mGlu2/3 Has Antipsychotic Activity in HumansA new drug Metabotropic Glutamate 2/3 shows anti-psychotic activity in humans
- Zyprexa Use by Children WARNINGZyprexa, as well as the other atypical antipsychotics, is being prescribed for children, even though this is an unapproved, off-label use. Eli Lilly has been charged in allegedly pushing the drug for children in more than one state
- Typical and Atypical Anti-psychotic Drug Side Effects:Conventional older anti-psychotic drugs and anti-psychotic atypical drugs, if used over time, can cause mild to severe long term side effects which manifest in a variety of different debilitating disorders. Some major ones illustrated below.
- Treating Medical Conditions through Off-Label Use of Psychiatric DrugsAntidepressant, antipsychotic, anticonvulsant, anti-anxiety, and other drugs used for treating more than just psychiatric problems. Some of the medical conditions treated with psychiatric medicines as off-label uses may surprise you.