… Medications Medications Get Support Talk with someone Find support services What are medications for mental illnesses? Deciding whether to start … Below we have printable information on the use of specific medications in children and youth.  Medications for treating …

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… (Abilify®) and generic forms belong to a group of medications called “atypical antipsychotics” or … restrictive and repetitive behaviours. There are no medications available which treat core features of ASD. Medications such as risperidone and aripiprazole are the best …

… (Cogentin® and generic forms) belongs to a group of medications called “anticholinergics.” What is this … side effects (EPS), caused by antipsychotic medications. This is approved for children 3 years of age or … (or plan to take) other prescription or non-prescription medications, including natural medicines. Some medications …

… . Some key differences: A psychiatrist can prescribe medications to help people manage their mental illnesses. A … . Some key differences: A psychiatrist can prescribe medications to help people manage their mental illnesses. A … . Some key differences: A psychiatrist can prescribe medications to help people manage their mental illnesses. A …

… Inderal LA® and generic forms) belongs to a group of medications called “beta-blockers.” What is this medication used for? Like many other medications, Health Canada has not approved propranolol for … side effects (EPS), caused by antipsychotic medications. It is also used for treatment of high blood …

… this medication used for? Traditional antipsychotics are medications used to treat schizophrenia and other thought … (or plan to take) other prescription or non-prescription medications, including natural medicines. Some … a day, at the same time(s) each day. You may take these medications with or without food. Usually, you will start …

… Depakene ® /Epival ® and generic forms belong to a group of medications called “anticonvulsants” and “mood stabilizers.” … (or plan to take) other prescription or non-prescription medications, including natural medicines. Some medications interact with valproic acid. Your doctor may …

… Lithmax® and generic forms) belongs to a group of medications called “mood stabilizers.” What is this … of cluster headaches, and in combination with other medications for treatment-resistant depression in children … (or plan to take) other prescription or non- prescription medications, including natural medicines. Some medications …

… Tegretol CR® and generic forms) belongs to a group of medications called “mood stabilizers” or “anticonvulsants.” … (or plan to take) other prescription or non- prescription medications, including natural medicines. Some medications interact with carbamazepine. Your doctor may …

… (Nitoman® and generic forms) belongs to a group of medications called monoamine depleting agents. What is this … involuntary movements associated with antipsychotic medications (called “tardive dyskinesia” or “dystonia”). … (or plan to take) other prescription or non-prescription medications, including natural medicines. Some medications …

… (Trileptal® and generic forms) belongs to a group of medications called “anticonvulsants” or “mood stabilizers.” … (or plan to take) other prescription or non-prescription medications, including natural medicines. Some medications interact with oxcarbazepine. Your doctor may …

… (Topamax® and generic forms) belong to a group of medications called “anticonvulsants.” What is this medication … (or plan to take) other prescription or non- prescription medications, including natural medicines. Some medications interact with topiramate. Your doctor may adjust …

… Lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse®) belongs to a group of medications called stimulants. What is this medication used … (or plan to take) other prescription or non- prescription medications, including over-the-counter and natural medicines) Some medications interact with lisdexamfetamine. Your doctor may …

… Clomipramine (Anafranil and generics®) belong to a group of medications called “antiobsessional” medications. What is this medication used for? Clomipramine … (or plan to take) other prescription or non- prescription medications, including natural medicines Some medications …