biological therapies for SZ Flashcards
1
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Drug therapies
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Most common form of treatment
Taken as tablets, syrup or depot injections
Some patients take short course and stop without symptoms returning
Others require them for longer or possibly for life to avoid possible relapse
2
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Typical anti psychotics eg. Chlorpromazine
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Developed in 1950s
Max dose up to 1000mg. Avg does 400-800 mg
Individuals start w smaller dose and increase this if it’s not reducing symptoms
Used in hospitals to calm patients
Anti psychotics have sedative effects
Used less due to side effects
3
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How typical anti psychotics work
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Work on dopamine system - these antagonists work on reducing dopamine
