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Which drug works best in most cases for bi polar? olanzapine, isperidone, quetiapine, aripiprazole, lamectal?, and a new drug that begins with an "f"?

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Bipolar: I think your "f" drug may be fanapt, or iloperidone. And maybe you meant "risperidone." all of these antipsychotics may be used in acute mania or psychotic depression, along with other mood stabilizers. But only asenapine, olanzapine, quetiapine, risperidone, ; ziprasidone have fda indication as monotherapy in acute mania or depression. Maintenance: Risperidone consta (and Olanzapine in ca).

Answered 5/22/2015

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Your medication should be managed by a Psychiatrist who understands your medical and psychological history. If you are not confident in your Doctor please see another for a second opinion. Please see a Clinical Psychologist with expertise in multiple types of psychotherapy to help.

Answered 7/1/2022

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