(HealthDay News) -- Medications are available to help manage
schizophrenia, but they need to be taken correctly to maximize
effectiveness.
The American Academy of Family Physicians offers these
guidelines for taking schizophrenia medication:
- Take your medication at the same time each day.
- Be sure to drink a lot of fluids.
- As the medication can increase your sensitivity to temperature,
avoid hot weather and wear layers of clothing in cold weather.
- Never discontinue your medication before talking with your
doctor.
- Discuss any side effects or related problems with your
doctor.
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