Posted by linkadge on July 29, 2020, at 8:12:43
In reply to Are antipsychotics neurotoxic?, posted by NKP on July 29, 2020, at 2:11:24
Possibly more so with higher doses. Brain volume reduction may be more a consequence of dopamine blockade (dopamine being involved in neurogenesis and plasticity). However, I haven't seen similar studies in humans. I remember reading a study suggesting a volume increase in patients taking olanzapine. If you don't need an antipsychotic, I would recommend not taking one. There are alternatives to taking antipsychotics i.e. for anxiety and/or mood stability. If you need one, take it in the lowest dose needed.
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