Study of penfluridol and chlorpromazine in the treatment of chronic schizophrenia.

Author: LarsonC, TreulS J, WangR I

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Original Abstract of the Article :
This study presents data on the use of penfluridol, a once-a-week orally administered, antipsychotic agent, in the treatment of chronic schizophrenic patients. Fifty-nine patients participated in the initial dose titration segment during which doses of penfluridol were adjusted weekly until the pati...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://doi.org/10.1002/j.1552-4604.1982.tb02667.x

データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)

Penfluridol vs. Chlorpromazine: A Comparative Study in Chronic Schizophrenia

This study investigates the efficacy of [penfluridol], a once-a-week orally administered [antipsychotic agent], in treating [chronic schizophrenic patients]. The researchers compared [penfluridol] to [chlorpromazine] in a double-blind trial, finding that [penfluridol] was well-tolerated and comparable to [chlorpromazine] in managing [schizophrenic symptoms]. The study highlights the potential of [penfluridol] as a convenient and effective treatment option for [chronic schizophrenia], offering patients a less frequent dosing schedule with comparable efficacy to [daily chlorpromazine] treatment.

Penfluridol: A Promising Option for Chronic Schizophrenia Treatment

This study provides evidence supporting the efficacy of [penfluridol] in managing [chronic schizophrenic patients]. The findings suggest that [penfluridol] is a well-tolerated and effective treatment option, offering a less frequent dosing schedule compared to [daily chlorpromazine] treatment, which may be more convenient for patients. This research underscores the importance of exploring alternative treatment strategies for [chronic schizophrenia], potentially improving patient adherence and outcomes.

Navigating the Landscape of Antipsychotic Treatment

This study highlights the importance of exploring diverse treatment options for [chronic schizophrenia], recognizing the unique needs of individual patients. The findings suggest that [penfluridol] could be a viable alternative to [daily chlorpromazine] treatment, offering patients a less frequent dosing schedule with comparable efficacy. This research underscores the need for a personalized approach to [antipsychotic] treatment, ensuring that patients receive the most effective and well-tolerated care.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This study demonstrates the efficacy and tolerability of [penfluridol] in treating [chronic schizophrenic patients]. The findings suggest that [penfluridol] offers a convenient and effective alternative to [daily chlorpromazine] treatment, potentially improving patient adherence and outcomes.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 1982-10-12
  2. Date Revised 2019-08-25
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

7107969

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1002/j.1552-4604.1982.tb02667.x

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