It quiets the torment

Article Abstract:

Clozapine is a new drug that effectively treats schizophrenia, but can have a fatal effect on white blood cells in one out of every 100 patients. Sandoz Ltd, the manufacturer, now requires weekly blood tests before the release of a new prescription.

Author: Ubell, Earl
Publisher: Parade Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Parade
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
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Year: 1993
Pharmaceutical industry, Product information, Complications and side effects, Clozapine, Sandoz Ltd.

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How to control the pain

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New drugs are helping the mentally ill lead happier lives. Manic depressives, schizophrenics and those suffering from obsessive-compulsive disorder and other illnesses have found relief in recent years. Symptoms of mental illness are also listed,

Author: Ubell, Earl
Publisher: Parade Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Parade
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
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Year: 1996
Mental illness, Mental disorders, Bipolar disorder, Panic disorder, Obsessive-compulsive disorder, Obsessive compulsive disorder, Panic attacks

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Secrets of the brain

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Researchers have learned how the brain reacts to addictive substances, and better treatment programs may result. Spinal cord injuries, depression and other mental problems, learning disabilities and other topics are discussed.

Author: Ubell, Earl
Publisher: Parade Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Parade
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
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Year: 1997
Research, Analysis, Brain research, Learning disabilities, Learning disorders, Spinal cord injuries

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Subjects list: Drug therapy, Schizophrenia, Depression, Mental, Depression (Mood disorder)
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