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Loxapine and Cyproheptadine Combined Limit Clozapine Rebound Psychosis and May Also Predict Clozapine Response.

Author: AboueidLila, McCarthyRichard H

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.

Overview

This case report describes a 66-year-old female patient who developed clozapine-induced agranulocytosis after 10 weeks of clozapine treatment. She was subsequently successfully treated with a combination of loxapine and cyproheptadine.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Clozapine has been consistently shown to be superior to other antipsychotics in the treatment of psychosis. However, clozapine usage has been limited due to required routine blood monitoring and the potential for life threatening side effects. We report a case of a 66-year-old female patient, who de...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4940529/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Loxapine and Cyproheptadine: A Potential Alternative to Clozapine

Clozapine is a highly effective antipsychotic medication but its use is limited due to potential side effects. This study reports a case of a patient who experienced clozapine-induced agranulocytosis, a potentially life-threatening complication, and was successfully treated with a combination of loxapine and cyproheptadine. The researchers propose this combination as a potential alternative to clozapine, suggesting that it may mimic clozapine's pharmacological profile.

A New Oasis in the Desert of Antipsychotic Treatment

The study explores a potential new therapeutic avenue for patients who cannot tolerate clozapine. The researchers have uncovered a promising alternative treatment, offering a new oasis in the desert of antipsychotic treatment options. Further research is needed to fully evaluate the efficacy and safety of this combination.

A New Oasis in the Desert of Antipsychotic Treatment

The study highlights the importance of finding safe and effective treatment options for patients with mental illness. For patients who cannot tolerate clozapine, the study offers a glimmer of hope for a potential alternative treatment. However, it’s important to emphasize the need for further research to validate the efficacy and safety of this combination before widespread adoption.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This study presents a promising new avenue for the treatment of psychosis, offering a potential alternative to clozapine. The researchers have unearthed a possible oasis in the desert of antipsychotic treatment options, highlighting the importance of ongoing research to find safe and effective therapies for patients with mental illness.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2016-07-19
  2. Date Revised 2020-09-30
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

27433365

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC4940529

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