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- Certain medications, including lithium, quetiapine, and clozapine, have been found to increase life expectancy and improve physical health for individuals with bipolar disorder.
- Clozapine, despite its potential dangerous side effects, has been shown to extend the lifespan of individuals with schizophrenia by an average of 10 years compared to other antipsychotic medications, likely due to its ability to bring about a more complete recovery from the illness and improve overall physical health.
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Medications that help patients live longer with bipolar disorder
The podcast discusses how certain medications, including lithium, quatiopine, and clozapine, can help patients with bipolar disorder live longer. Despite the medical risks associated with these medications, studies have shown that they are associated with an increase in life expectancy for individuals with bipolar disorder. The medications primarily target depressive symptoms, which make up a significant portion of the lifespan in bipolar disorder. By effectively treating the mental illness, these medications contribute to better physical health and longer lives for patients.
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