Antipsychotic treatment for schizophrenia and substance use disorders

Summary of the evidence

Rating
  • Likely to be beneficial

Antipsychotic (Clozapine) was found in a comprehensive review (EMCDDA 2015) to be effective in:

  • controlling both psychotic symptoms and reducing substance use

Details

Note: this evidence summary is only valid for the outcomes, target groups, settings and substances/patterns of use described below.

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