Evaluation of SGAs for Treating SZ Flashcards

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+ Many show improvement

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60% of SGA users show improvements - suggests SGAs are largely effective at treating SZ symptoms for the majority, however are the same as FGAs in effectiveness and are ineffective for up to 40% of patients

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+ SGAs vs. placebos

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A study comparing SGAs and placebos found that in six week the SGAs reduced symptoms, while patients taking the placebo saw no change - suggests SGAs are significantly effective at treating SZ symptoms

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  • Serious side effects
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SGAs have been known to lead to serious side effects, notably a fatal blood condition - may lead to self-medication or avoidance, reducing effectiveness, and some cannot access the treatment. HOWEVER, blood condition affects only a very small minority

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  • Long term sufferers
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SGAs often fail to help people who have experience symptoms for many years - suggests drug treatments are ineffective for long-term sufferers, HOWEVER are largely effective for those who have experienced only minimal episodes

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