1st April 2022

A 42-year-old man is reviewed by his community psychiatrist

A 42-year-old man is reviewed by his community psychiatrist. He was diagnosed with schizophrenia two years ago, following an acute psychotic episode for which he was managed as an inpatient for six months. His community psychiatric nurse has requested an urgent review as his symptoms appear to be worsening and persisting. He is currently being managed with depot injections of olanzapine and has previously taken oral risperidone, which did not prove effective.

Which of the following antipsychotic drugs should be considered in the management of this patient?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.