Three IM Antipsychotics
New intramuscular (IM) formulations of second-generation antipsychotics appear comparable and possibly superior in efficacy and safety to older agents, but are more expensive. |
Baclofen for Alcohol Dependency with Liver Cirrhosis
Baclofen (Lioresal and others) shows efficacy in treating alcohol dependency with no adverse hepatic effects. |
Antipsychotics to Treat Aggression in Patients with Intellectual Disability
A double-blind study finds little evidence to support the use of antipsychotics to treat aggression in patients with intellectual disability. |
In Brief
Desvenlafaxine Approved for Depression; Olanzapine LAI Not Approved for Schizophrenia |
Depression Infrequently Treated
Many patients with depression worldwide do not receive effective care. |
Clozapine Plus Aripiprazole
Aripiprazole (Abilify) may be beneficial for patients with schizophrenia who respond only partially to clozapine (Clozaril and others). |
