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What are common side effects of antipsychotic drugs?
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No simple answer: There are many different antipsychotic medications with different side effects. Side effects can range from weight gain, sedation, weight loss, sleep problems, movement disorders, dry mouth and many other possibilities.
Answered 11/30/2016
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