Chemotherapy
The objective of drug therapy in a psychiatric ward is to induce an improved mental state in mentally disturbed patients.
Psycho-active or psychotropic drugs are those that have a significant effect on higher mental functions.
These drugs can be classified as follows –
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Antipsychotics
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Antidepressants
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Auntie anxiety
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Miscellaneous drugs, including stimulants, drugs used in eating disorders, dementia, etc.