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What to do if i have schizophrenia. paranoid schizophrenia . what to do if i have tried all meds, none are working. my psychiatrist is con?

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Dr. Samuel Bayles answered

Specializes in Child Psychiatry

Clozapine: have you been on clozapine? if you are unhappy with your physician then find another. being in NYC there are many good academic institutions near you, and theres a good chance of finding someone that is sub specialized specifically in paranoid schizophrenia.

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Answered 8/12/2014

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A member asked:

What to do if i have schizophrenia. paranoid schizophrenia . what to do if i have tried all meds, none are working. my psychiatrist is con?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Samuel Bayles answered

Dr Goebel agreed

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