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Clozapine is an antipsychotic used to manage schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and acute psychosis by modulating dopamine and serotonin neurotransmission.
Antipsychotics primarily block dopamine D2 receptors, reducing positive symptoms of psychosis (hallucinations, delusions). Atypical antipsychotics also affect serotonin receptors, providing better tolerability and activity against negative symptoms.
Used in schizophrenia, bipolar disorder (manic episodes), and short-term treatment of severe agitation. Some are used for augmentation in treatment-resistant depression.
Do not stop without medical supervision. Report any involuntary movements. Regular metabolic monitoring (weight, glucose, lipids) is essential with atypical antipsychotics.
Haloperidol
Haloperidol is an antipsychotic used to manage schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and acute psychosis by modulating dopamine and serotonin neurotransmission.
Chlorpromazine
Chlorpromazine is an antipsychotic used to manage schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and acute psychosis by modulating dopamine and serotonin neurotransmission.
Risperidone
Risperidone is an antipsychotic used to manage schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and acute psychosis by modulating dopamine and serotonin neurotransmission.
Olanzapine
Olanzapine is an antipsychotic used to manage schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and acute psychosis by modulating dopamine and serotonin neurotransmission.
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