Schizophrenia/Psychosis

Care partners for patients with schizophrenia can greatly benefit from psychoeducation provided by clinicians.

BioXcel Therapeutics reveals promising phase 3 results from the SERENITY trial, paving the way for potential at-home treatment of agitation in bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.

Dive into the forms of assessment for cognitive dysfunction in relation to the diagnosis and treatment of schizophrenia.

Panelists discuss how successful implementation of xanomeline/trospium chloride requires understanding its unique mechanism of action, providing proper patient education about dosing requirements, starting with slow titration, and recognizing it as an early treatment option rather than a last resort.

BioXcel Therapeutics advances BXCL501 for at-home treatment of agitation in bipolar disorders and schizophrenia, aiming for FDA approval by 2026.

Clinician's can use the new international guidelines for schizophrenia treatment to solidify treatment decisions and improve patient outcomes.

Nearly half of catatonia patients relapse within two years, highlighting the need for effective long-term management strategies and potential benefits of antipsychotics.

BioXcel Therapeutics advances BXCL501 for outpatient treatment of agitation in bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, receiving positive FDA feedback in its pre-sNDA meeting discussion.

Panelists discuss how best practices involve starting with lower doses in older patients, considering long-term tolerability over acute symptom control, and potentially using xanomeline/trospium chloride as first-line treatment even for treatment-naive patients presenting with acute psychosis.

Panelists discuss how Lila’s late-onset schizophrenia at age 52 raises diagnostic concerns requiring thorough medical workup, and how her response to olanzapine with sedation and shakiness suggests the need for dose reduction or consideration of alternative treatments such as xanomeline/trospium chloride.

AI chatbots pose significant mental health risks, often exacerbating issues like suicide, self-harm, and delusions, highlighting urgent regulatory needs.

UK study of "active ingredients" in early psychosis intervention is applicable to US programs, according to the codirector of Stanford's INSPIRE Clinic.

Panelists discuss how xanomeline/trospium chloride should be positioned as a first-line treatment option rather than waiting for treatment failures, given its superior effect size, comprehensive symptom coverage, and favorable tolerability profile compared with that of traditional antipsychotics.

Panelists discuss how switching patients to xanomeline/trospium chloride requires different cross-titration strategies depending on whether patients are on “done” medications versus “pines” medications, with special attention to anticholinergic effects when transitioning from sedating antipsychotics.

Stay updated on key psychopharmacology developments, including new treatments for schizophrenia and breakthroughs in depression therapy.

Boehringer Ingelheim and Click Therapeutics achieve breakthrough results in treating negative schizophrenia symptoms with investigational prescription digital therapeutic CT-155.

Serum drug levels provide crucial insights for optimizing psychiatric treatment, enhancing patient outcomes in cases of schizophrenia and OCD.

Extreme heat poses serious health risks, especially for vulnerable populations. Learn essential tips to help patients stay safe during heat waves and protect their well-being.

Learn more about effective strategies for managing obesity and metabolic dysfunction in schizophrenia, focusing on dietary interventions and pharmacological treatments.

Panelists discuss how real-world experience with xanomeline/trospium chloride shows efficacy across all 3 symptom domains with manageable gastrointestinal adverse effects that typically resolve within 2 weeks, requiring slow titration and patient education about empty stomach dosing.

BioXcel Therapeutics has submitted an pre-sNDA meeting package for Igalmi's outpatient use, aiming to enhance treatment options for agitation in bipolar disorders and schizophrenia.

Women with schizophrenia face increased breast cancer risks linked to long-term prolactin-raising antipsychotic use, highlighting the need for regular screenings and tailored treatment strategies.

Discover groundbreaking schizophrenia treatment with xanomeline-trospium, targeting cholinergic pathways for improved symptoms and fewer side effects.

Discover promising new treatments for schizophrenia, including NBI-1117568 and CPL’36, showcasing significant symptom improvements and safety profiles.