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What is the most troublesome side effect of antipsychotic medications? Anticholinergic: Anticholinergic effects such as constipation, dry mouth, blurred vision, and urinary retention are particularly problematic in the elderly and may contribute to delirium. They are most common with low-potency traditional antipsychotic agents (e.g., chlorpromazine) and clozapine.
What is loxapine used for? Loxapine is used to treat the symptoms of schizophrenia (a mental illness that causes disturbed or unusual thinking, loss of interest in life, and strong or inappropriate emotions). Loxapine is in a group of medications called conventional antipsychotics. It works by decreasing abnormal excitement in the brain.
When should a bipolar person be hospitalized? Hospitalization is considered an emergency option in bipolar care. It becomes necessary in extreme cases where the disorder is causing someone to be an immediate threat to themselves or others. It may also be used when medications need monitoring or adjustment.
Do manic episodes damage the brain? A new study shows that the blood of bipolar patients is toxic to brain cells and may affect the connectivity ability of neurons. This classification between early- and late-stage BD patients has more to do with episode recurrence and severity than the length of time the patient has had the disease.
What are mood stabilizers used for? Mood stabilizer drugs are commonly used to treat people with bipolar mood disorder and sometimes people with schizoaffective disorder and borderline personality disorder. In some cases, they're used to supplement other medications, such as antidepressants, to treat depression.
Does Bipolar qualify for disability? Bipolar disorder is included in the Social Security Listings of Impairments, which means that if your illness has been diagnosed by a qualified medical practitioner and is severe enough to keep you from working, you are eligible to receive disability benefits.
How long do bipolar manic episodes last? Untreated, an episode of mania can last anywhere from a few days to several months. Most commonly, symptoms continue for a few weeks to a few months. Depression may follow shortly after, or not appear for weeks or months. Many people with bipolar I disorder experience long periods without symptoms in between episodes.
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