ABSTRACT

The table below suggests the minimum dose of antipsychotic likely to be effective in schizophrenia (first episode or relapse). At least some patients will respond to the dose suggested, although others may require higher doses. Given the variation in individual response, all doses should be considered approximate. Primary references are provided where available but consensus opinion has also been used (as have standard texts such as the BNF and Summaries of Product Characteristics). Only oral treatment with commonly used drugs is covered.