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Atypical AntipsychoticsAtypical antipsychotics are drugs that are prescribed to treat certain psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia and psychotic depression. They differ from older, "typical" antipsychotics in several ways, including an increased risk of weight gain. However, research now suggests that typical and atypical versions are more similar than previously thought, although there is still controversy surrounding this.
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD
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