Antipsychotics: Managing Side Effects for Better Wellness
Introduction to Antipsychotic Medications and the Burden of Adverse Effects Antipsychotic medications represent a cornerstone in the pharmacological management of severe psychiatric conditions, most notably schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and certain forms of major depressive disorder with psychotic features. These agents, broadly categorized into first-generation (typical) and second-generation (atypical) compounds, function primarily by modulating neurotransmission, particularly […]