what are some different types of antipsychotic drugs?
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Abilify, Clozapine, Geodon, Olanzapine, Seroquel (Quetiapine), Risperdal, Zyprexa\n\nThere are different types of antipsychotic drugs, typical and atypical. Some antidepressants are also used in combination with other drugs like Fluoxetine and Olanzapine.
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Go to www.panicsurvivor.com    You will find everything you need about meds. and then some.
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mostly with the folloiwing drugs\n- anti cholinergic ,\n- anti parkinsonians,\n- analgesic\n-cimetidine\n-digoxin\n-benzodiaziapines\n-antidepressants\n -illicit substances\n and also...with drawal from alcohol
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you have to go to your physician.he will decide what medicine you need and which are better for you.for you information here are some categories of medicine,diuretics,calcium channel blockers,betablockers,ace inhibitors,arbs,and few more types.each category has its plus and minus points,your physician will decide it for you.
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BUSPIRONE....\n\nNone.
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Other medical problems—The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of risperidone. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially: \nLiver disease—Higher blood levels of risperidone may occur, increasing the chance of side effects. Consult your doctor. \nPlease see the webpages for more details on Risperidone (generic name) Risperdal (brand name).
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Try this website   http://www.rci.rutgers.edu/~lwh/drugs/types.htm\nUses will be different that just being able to identify them\nRemember that some drugs are used for different things.  Such as Antidepressants for pain management.
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There are a ton of other atypical antipsychotics.  Unfortunately, most of them have side effects, like drowsiness or weight gain.  Check with your doctor, but don't stop your meds.  If you just started this medication, the drowsiness sometimes gets better as your body adjusts to the Zyprexa.
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I'm on  prescribed Wellbutrin , Depakote ,Clonazepam.and Fluoxetine.   Paxil was ineffective.  Prosac (fluoxetine)  tend to make me gain weight. like most antidepressants do..  One of the side effects of Prosac is suicidal tendencies.  Lithium and Wellbutrin so far are  the drugs of choice.  .  There 's a new drug in the market.  Abilify.
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You must be kidding. There are so many meds, on label and off label, given as psychotropic medications.
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I heard of a new drug called Lamictal - that is actually a family of antipsychotics... I was prescribed only yesterday, in addition to Lithium, a low dose of Risperdal - So far, I don't know how it will work, but my fingers are crossed. Hope this helps to mention it to your doctor.
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In my experience, drugs are always needed.  I have worked with a couple of brave patients who were doing so well that their psychiatrist discontinued their medication.  But, both were admitted to the hospital several months later.  Because of the cognitive effects of the disease, its very difficult to treat using only therapy and I have never seen anyone respond to alternative medicines.
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what you need more is the opinion of a psychiatrist with these drugs, good luck
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The three medications that you speak of can be taken together, as each is for a different reason. Lithium is a potent drug that has been used a long time for manic-depression. It does take some time to reach a therapeudic level. You will have to have your blood tested often. Effexor is a fairly new anti-depressant compared with some others. This also takes time to build up to a certain level in order to work. One of the major side effects is fatigue that will eventually get better the longer you take it. Xanax is an anti-anxiety medication in the benzodiazepine family. It is quite effective, but also highly addictive. I would discuss some alternatives with my doctor, as once you start taking it, it is extremely difficult to stop. I hope this answers some of your questions. Your best bet is to speak with your doctor, as she/he can discuss the why's of taking these particular medications.
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Currently, anti-psychotic medication and behavioral modification treatment are the best options. 'Do-it-yourself' strategies rarely if ever work. Try www.crazymeds.com for more information on a peer to peer level, with links to mental health topics and terminology.
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Mmm, not sure what catagorisation you're using there.\n\nNormal treatments for mental illness;\n\nPharmacological therapy.\nElectro-convlsive therepy.\nCognitive behaviour therapy.\nPlay therapy (in paeds).\n\nYou might also want to note the role of supporting specialities such as psychiatrists, occupational therapists, social workers and so on.\n\nWiki has a list of 'therapies', some of which might actually be used;http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_psychotherapies
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Medical professionals frequently use medications for things other than what they were originally approved for. It is not uncommon to use risperdal (risperidone) to help manage the symptoms of autism because it has a powerful tranquilizing effect useful in agitation and severe behaviors, such as those that might hurt them. A good behavioral consultant might be more helpful and much safer than drugging this person though and medicaid pays for this kind of care.