| These are a special group of medications and are usually given to persons who are having symptoms of psychosis, delusions, hearing voices or having strange thoughts and ideas. Sometimes, these behaviors can be symptoms of a mental illness called schizophrenia. Although these medications cannot cure schizophrenia, they can help to reduce the symptoms and improve quality of life. These medications work by affecting the way nerve cells, called neurons, in the brain communicate with each other. The neurotransmitter thought to be most involved is called dopamine and the medications work by altering levels of dopamine in the brain.
Dosage and type of the medication used is dependent on several factors. A comprehensive psychiatric and physical assessment is vital in making a correct diagnosis and getting the right medication.
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