The Journal of
Clinical Psychiatry

Neurology

Article January 7, 2001

Adverse Effects of Atypical Antipsychotics.

Donna A. Wirshing, MD

J Clin Psychiatry 2001;62(suppl 21):7-10

Article Abstract

Atypical antipsychotics have the potential to cause weight gain and derangement of glucosemetabolism. These side effects can lead to obesity, diabetes mellitus, and dyslipidemiaand should be considered in the management of the behavioral and psychological symptomsof dementia.

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