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2022-10-07 15:04:30
Which antipsychotics and antidepressants are used to treat negative symptoms of schizophrenia (alogia, avolition, asociality, anhedonia etc.)? Is olanzapine helpful ?
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I think you follow your treating doctor. He will discuss with you which one is better for for because it changes from person to person

Answered2022-10-08 03:30:26

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Preferably Amisupride, and Olanzapine may be helpful,but Amisulpride better than Olanzapine for negative sx

Answered2022-10-07 15:08:09

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There are lot of factors which needs to be considered. If u want to know in detail read stahls psychopharmacology and maudsley prescribing guidelines. Both the books will be useful sir

Answered2022-10-07 15:07:58

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Olanzapine is a decent option. Can use other drugs as well but detailed history is needed prior prescription and advice

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Hello, Amisulpride and olanzapine is ok.

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