Risperidone is more efficacious

Counselling advised

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In my opinion, the efficacy varies from patient to patient. So do the side-effects. I personally prefer Aripiperazol. I wonder if you have been advised to use a TCA. Stick to the same doctor for a long enough time to know your prognosis on a particular medicine.