[Pharmacologic treatment of the psychotic symptoms in schizophrenia].
Psychotic symptoms, among others, are present in Schizophrenia. The most severe developments during the moments of exacerbation, are meliorated after this period, although they do not absolutely disappear in the majority of the cases. Anti psychotic drugs are key in the treatment. As far as it is known, the efficacy of these drugs is due to the dopaminergic blockade. Nevertheless, the rythm, and the universal validity of this treatment actually have an heterogeneous character. At this moment, various medication algorithms are available, which are usefull in the orientation of the medical prescription. The comparative analysis and the practical conclusions are necessary for a correct management of them.
Goldchluk
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Asociación de Psiquiatras Argentinos, Buenos Aires. lukmide@fibertel.com.ar
D014150:Antipsychotic Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006801:Humans; D011569:Psychiatric Status Rating Scales; D011618:Psychotic Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000209:etiology*; D012307:Risk Factors; D012559:Schizophrenia / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy*; D012565:Schizophrenic Psychology
D014150:Antipsychotic Agents