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For how long after a psychotic episode should an antipsychotic be prescribed?
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Depends on problem: From my experience, how long an antipsychotic is prescribed after a psychotic episode depends upon the nature of the psychotic episode and the underlying illness. If the illness is one that has had recurrent psychotic episodes, then the antipsychotic should probably be continued indefinitely. It is possible that the combination of duloxetine and Prozac (fluoxetine) has triggered a manic episode, in which case discontinuing those medications might allow for discontinuation of the antipsychotic. So therefore important to talk with your doctor about this.
Answered 1/2/2015
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