Zyprexa Better Than Haldol
Pronounced: (oh-LAN-zuh-peen)
Uses
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar mania). It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters).
Some of the benefits of continued use of this medication include feeling less nervous, better concentration, and reduced episodes...
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From Our Experts
New Haldol Warning Label
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration now requires new labeling on Johnson & Johnson's Haldol (generic: Haloperidol) noting QT... Read more »
A Labeling Change for Haldol
It is unfortunate that reports of sudden death and dangerous cardiovascular events have now been linked to Johnson & Johnson's... Read more »
From Our Sources
Study: Injected Risperdal better than Zyprexa for schizophreni...
A new British study suggests that the injectable form of Risperdal--known as Risperdal Consta--may be a more effective long-term treatment option for... Read more »
Studies look at antipsychotics such as Seroquel, Zyprexa
Patients are more likely to function better in their community if they are able to stay on their initial med treatments, experts say. In a comparison... Read more »
Study: Newer mood stabilizers no better than old
So-called "first-generation" and "second-generation" antipsychotics are all different in their effectiveness and side effects, new research suggests,... Read more »
European agency backs injectable Zyprexa
According to a press release from drugmaker Eli Lilly, the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use has recommended that an injectable form of... Read more »
Drugmaker near settlement on Zyprexa lawsuit
Drugmaker Eli Lilly is expected to agree this week to pay $1.4 billion to settle charges that it illegally marketed its antipsychotic drug Zyprexa... Read more »
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