Second-Generation Antipsychotics and Dysregulation of Glucose Metabolism: Beyond Weight Gain
Second-generation antipsychotics (SGAs) are the cornerstone of treatment for schizophrenia because of their high clinical efficacy. However, SGA treatment is associated with severe metabolic alterations and body weight gain, which can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease,...
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2019-10-01
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4409/8/11/1336 |