Pros and cons of medication for clients with BPD
There is no single medication specifically developed to treat Borderline Personality Disorder. However, there are other medications prescribed to treat other conditions that can occur along with BPD such as depression, anxiety, impulsivity, and anger. These medications may include antidepressants, antipsychotics and antiepileptic drugs. Although they are not a cure for BPD, these other medications may enhance the results of psychotherapy.
Because some of these medicines can cause serious side effects only a knowledgeable psychiatrist should prescribe medication to a person with BPD, and then closely monitor any changes in the person’s health.
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For many patients a lot of medications can be a disadvantage - Alan Fruzzetti
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Medication weight gain - Mary Zanarini
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Many people with BPD have tried every available medication - Alan Fruzzetti
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Caution is needed in prescribing medications for BPD - Antonia New
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You need a expert to prescribe medication - Perry Hoffman
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Medications - Antonia New
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Medication for BPD is complicated, there isn't enough data - Alan Fruzzetti
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Medication - Marsha Linehan
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Medication alone is not going to fix BPD - Alec Miller
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Medication related problems - Perry Hoffman
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Medication is not a sliver bullet- Mary Zanarini