The Effectiveness Of Paliperidone For Adolescents With Atypical Presentation Of Bipolar Disorder In Manic Phase: A Case Report
ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry
;
: 199-201, 2009.
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in English
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| ID: wpr-625929
ABSTRACT
Objective:
To report the use of Paliperidone in an adolescent with bipolar disorder primarily concerning its effectiveness and safety.Method:
We present a case report of an adolescent with atypical presentation of bipolar disorder. The problem was complicated by poor liver function and poor compliance. Progress of the patient was recorded.Results:
The patient showed dramatic improvement after 2 weeks on Paliperidone and has achieved the best level of functioning after almost 4 years on other treatment.Conclusion:
The usage of Paliperidone was effective and safe in an adolescent with atypical bipolar disorder.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Language:
English
Journal:
ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry
Year:
2009
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Article
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