Schizophrenia medication falls under two main categories: older, first-generation, or "typical" antipsychotics and newer drugs for schizophrenia known as second-generation or "atypical" antipsychotics ...

The prescription antipsychotic Abilify (aripiprazole) can cause side effects such as headache, nausea, and constipation. Most of these side effects are temporary, but long-term side effects can also ...

When mental illness is depicted on TV shows and movies, it’s not always kind. While Crazy Ex-Girlfriend got a lot right, for instance, 13 Reasons Why, not so much. And when it comes to medications, ...

Antipsychotic medication is used in schizophrenia, severe depression, elation (in bipolar disorder), and other conditions. These medications offer many benefits provided they are used with care and ...

As with other drugs, Abilify Maintena (aripiprazole) can cause side effects, such as weight gain and restlessness. If you’re not able to tolerate side effects of Abilify Maintena, talk with your ...

A research group in the Department of Pharmacology of the University of the Basque Country has investigated the adverse reactions that antipsychotics can cause in the mouth. The study was based on ...

Olanzapine is a generic drug prescribed to adults and certain children with schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder. As with other drugs, olanzapine can cause side effects, such as weight gain and high ...

Fanapt is an atypical antipsychotic medication prescribed for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder in adults, working by rebalancing dopamine and serotonin levels in the brain. Common side effects of ...