One of several difficult to diagnose psychosis previously classified under diagnostic code 298.9 in DSM-III and ICD-9 but which is no longer listed in newer versions of the DSM and ICD, instead it is now called psychosis NOS.
Regardless of what you call it, it is a problem in which the symptoms present do not fit with the standard diagnostic guidelines, thus making it difficult to properly diagnose.
Risperidone is not a benzodiazepine drug. It is an atypical antipsychotic.
The drug classes of typical antipsychotics and atypical antipsychotics are used to treat psychotic disorders. The most famous examples are Thorazine, Clozaril (typical antipsychotics), Abilify, Zyprexa, and Risperdal (atypical antipsychotics).
No, it is an antipsychotic but can produce sedation similar to that of barbituates.
No, it's an atypical antipsychotic
Seroquel (Quetiapine) is an atypical antipsychotic commonly used to treat conditions such as Schizophrenia and bi-polar disorder.
All of the atypical antipsychotic agents are chemically classified as dibenzepines. They are considered atypical or novel because they have different side effects from the conventional antipsychotic agents.
Seroquel is an atypical antipsychotic. Benzodiazepines are classified as minor tranquilizers. Seroquel will not show up as a benzo.
Taking atypical antipsychotic medications with certain other drugs may affect the way the drugs work or may increase the chance of side effects.
Olaziapine atypical antipsychotic used in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Quetiapine is an oral atypical antipsychotic drug which is thought to block dopamine receptors. It is mostly used for the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
No it does not. Seroquel is an atypical antipsychotic which is used for bipolar disorder and psychosis and other conditions. It has no relation to MAO B inhibitors
Some good books about atypical antipsychotic drugs include "Atypical Antipsychotics" by Donald C. Goff and "The Clinical Handbook for the Management of Mood Disorders" by S. Nassir Ghaemi. These books provide detailed information on the mechanism of action, clinical uses, side effects, and more related to atypical antipsychotic medications.