Questions about a Disorder?
Individuals often respond to medications differently, and ratings can therefore be quite varied. Our objective is to provide a general rating for drugs used and prescribed from a large pool of participants, thus giving other future patients and mental health professionals insight into a drug's potential effectiveness. Your participation is greatly valued and appreciated. Thank you.
Other Schizophrenia Medications
- Zyprexa Zydis;
- Zyprexa Relprevv;
- Zyprexa;
- Trileptal;
- Trilafon;
- Topamax;
- Thorazine;
- thioridazine (generic only);
- Tegretol;
- Symbyax (Prozac & Zyprexa);
- Stelazine;
- Seroquel;
- Serentil;
- Saphris;
- Risperdal;
- Prolixin;
- perphenazine (generic only);
- Orap;
- Neurontin;
- Navane;
- Moban;
- Mellaril;
- Loxitane;
- Lithobid;
- lithium citrate (generic only);
- Latuda;
- Lamictal;
- Invega;
- Haldol;
- Geodon;
- fluphenazine (generic only);
- Fazaclo ODT;
- Fanapt;
- Etrafon;
- Eskalith;
- Depakote;
- Clozaril;
- Abilify;
Other Bipolar Disorder Medications
- Zyprexa Zydis;
- Zyprexa Relprevv;
- Zyprexa;
- Zoloft (SSRI);
- Wellbutrin;
- Trileptal;
- Thorazine;
- thioridazine (generic only);
- Tegretol XR;
- Tegretol;
- Stelazine;
- Seroquel;
- Saphris;
- Risperdal;
- Prozac (SSRI);
- perphenazine (generic only);
- Orap;
- Navane;
- Moban;
- Loxitane;
- Lithobid;
- Lexapro (SSRI);
- Lamictal;
- Invega;
- Haldol;
- Geodon;
- fluphenazine (generic only);
- Fanapt;
- Effexor XR;
- Effexor (SNRI);
- Depakote;
- Cymbalta (SNRI);
- Clozaril;
- Celexa (SSRI);
- Carbatrol;
- Abilify;
Diagnosis
Symptoms
The symptoms of schizophrenia usually develop slowly over several months, or even years. Sometimes, a person might experience a lot of the symptoms, while at other times, they might only experience a few of them.
People who suffer from any kind of schizophrenia might have trouble working, going to school and keeping friends. Other problems might include suicidal behaviors and thoughts, anxiety and depression.
At the beginning of their illness, a person with schizophrenia might experience:
- Trouble concentrating.
- Trouble sleeping.
- Feeling tense, anxious or irritable.
Learn more about Schizophrenia Diagnosis
Questionnaire
This simple questionnaire is designed to help you determine if you have symptoms of disorder and could benefit from professional help.
Therapy
Medications
The most effective medications for schizophrenia to date are antipsychotic medications, which can change the brain's chemical balance and help control most symptoms of schizophrenia.
Although these medications are very useful, they can cause unwanted side effects. Most of the side effects can be treated or the patient may be switched to an alternative medication.
Possible side effects of antipsychotics include:
- Dizziness
- Restlessness and jitters
- Increased risk of high cholesterol or diabetes
- Drowsiness (sedation)
- Slower movements
- Tremors
- Weight gain
Progress Tracker
Track your schizophrenia symptoms to identify patterns and help with your treatment plan. Our progress tracker can be printed or even shared with your healthcare professional electronically.
Progress tracking for schizophrenia
Schizophrenia Questionnaire
This simple questionnaire is designed to help you determine if you have symptoms of disorder and could benefit from professional help.