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Medication Side Effects Part II: Weight Gain, Akathisia, Hair Loss, and Orthostasis

Topics: Akathisia | Falls | Hair loss | Orthostasis | Pharmacology Tips | Psychopharmacology Tips | Side Effects | Weight Loss Medications

Editor’s note: In the June/July issue, Dr. Mago shared a sampling of his strategies for nausea, sweating, and dry mouth. We wrap up that conversation here with a few more tips on managing side effects. Weight gain TCPR: What’s your approach to antipsychotic-induced weight gain? Dr. Mago: Prevention is better than treatment. So, when possible, we

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