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Does antipsychotic , mental health (brain) medicines cause brain damage . i unfortunately got my self on invega sustenna while my (from what i researched) brain developing until the age of 25 . its making me slugish i dont want to take it if its?

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Please discuss this with your Psychiatrist who has your complete medical history. If you are not confident with your Doctor please see another for a second opinion. Please take good care of yourself and have a physical exam with a primary care provider who can check your whole body.

Answered 10/29/2021

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