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How does latuda (lurasidone) work for depression? also how long till the bad thoughts stop?

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Dr. Grant Boyer answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Bipolar depression: Latuda (lurasidone) is indicated for bipolar depression, not unipolar depression. Schedule an appointment with your prescribing physician.

Answered 11/18/2017

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Latuda is FDA: approved for the treatment of Bipolar I depression. However, that doesn't mean that it can't be used off-label for unipolar depression. May take 3 to 4 weeks at an appropriate dose for you to see effects and possible 2 to 3 months to see full effects. I can't say how good it is for unipolar depresssion - but it has been effective for many with Bipolar II Depression.

Answered 11/28/2017

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