Tag: Treatment resistant

Research shows the relationship between clozapine treatment and cognitive function is intricate, with some studies finding improvements while others report specific declines. This complex profile means it's not a simple "yes" or "no" as to whether clozapine can cause cognitive impairment, and depends heavily on individual patient factors.

According to research, the use of two or more antipsychotic medications occurs in a significant percentage of patients, despite monotherapy being the standard of care. The practice known as antipsychotic polypharmacy raises many questions and is only justified in specific, carefully considered clinical scenarios where a patient is prescribed multiple antipsychotics.