What to Expect From Your Medications

Key Factors

  • Antidepressant and antipsychotic medications may take 6 weeks or more to fully work.
  • Discuss all side effects with a doctor or pharmacist. Some side effects may get better as the body gets used to the medicine.
  • Some people need medications for a short time and others need it long-term.
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