Articles categorized as Schizophrenia

Could the Antibiotic Minocycline Ease Depression?

Minocycline (Minocin) has long been used to treat infections and acne. Could this old antibiotic be repurposed against major depression or schizophrenia?

Stopping Zyprexa Safely So You Can Lose Weight

A reader has gained a lot of weight while taking olanzapine and now would like to lose those pounds. Can she find a way of stopping Zyprexa safely?

Will B Vitamins Help Antipsychotic Drugs Work Better?

A meta-analysis finds that high-dose B vitamin supplementation can enhance the effectiveness of antipsychotic drugs like Zyprexa.

Abilify Side effects: How Dangerous Are Antipsychotic Drugs?

TV ads make it seem as if drugs like Abilify can solve problems of depression. Do people understand the devastating and sometimes permanent side effects?

Abilify Side Effects Can Be Scary!

Abilify (aripiprazole) is an antipsychotic drug for people with schizophrenia. It's also prescribed for depression. Know its side effects!

Antipsychotics Not Just for Schizophrenia Any More

Can Fish Oil Prevent Psychosis?

Modern Mind Medicines Lose Luster