Medications for Mental and Behavioral Health

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Brand Names:  Xanax, Xanax XR, Niravam

Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine. It is thought that alprazolam works by enhancing the activity of certain neurotransmitters in the brain. Alprazolam can be used to treat anxiety disorders, panic disorders, and anxiety caused by depression.

* All medication prescribing is at the discretion of your Remedy psychiatric provider. In general, we do not provide daily use of benzodiazepines. This is because daily benzodiazepine use puts patients at risk for withdrawal were they to skip a dosage. Withdrawal puts patients at risk of elevated blood pressure, seizures and/or death. If you need daily benzodiazepine treatment, please reach out to a local psychiatric provider where your blood pressure and medical health can be monitored in person.

Brand Names: Adderall, Adzenys, Dyanavel, Mydayis

Amphetamine and dextroamphetamine are central nervous system stimulants that affect chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control.  Adderall is a common brand name and is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy.

**All medication prescribing is at the discretion of your Remedy psychiatric provider. We perform a complete psychiatric evaluation and treatment plan even if a patient is already on a medication and hoping to continue. If you would like to see our treatment algorithm for ADHD, see here.

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Brand Names: Elavil, Endep, Vanatrip

Amitriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant, and can help with mood, anxiety and sometimes sleep.

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Brand Names: Adzenys XR-ODT, Adzenys ER, Dyanavel XR, Evekeo

Amphetamine is a central nervous system stimulant that affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. Amphetamine is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

**All medication prescribing is at the discretion of your Remedy psychiatric provider. We perform a complete psychiatric evaluation and treatment plan even if a patient is already on a medication and hoping to continue. If you would like to see our treatment algorithm for ADHD, see here.

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Brand Names: Abilify, Abilify Discmelt

Aripiprazole is an antipsychotic medicine that is used to treat the symptoms of psychotic conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder (manic depression). In some cases, aripiprazole is also used together with other medicines to treat major depressive disorder in adults.

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Brand Names: Saphris

Asenapine is an antipsychotic medicine that is used to treat schizophrenia in adults, and bipolar I disorder in adults and children who are at least 10 years old.

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Brand Names: Strattera

Atomoxetine is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

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Brand Names: Aplenzin, Forfivo XL, Wellbutrin SR, Wellbutrin XL, Zyban, Budeprion XL

Bupropion is an antidepressant medication used to treat major depressive disorder and seasonal affective disorder. It has also been shown to be helpful in helping to quit smoking.

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Brand Names: BuSpar, BuSpar Dividose, Vanspar

Buspirone is an anti-anxiety medicine that affects chemicals in the brain that may be associated with anxiety.As a result, buspirone is used to treat symptoms of anxiety, such as fear, tension, irritability, dizziness, pounding heartbeat, and other physical symptoms.

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Brand Name: Carbatrol, Epitol, Equetro, Tegretol, Tegretol XR

Carbamazepine is an anticonvulsant. It works by decreasing nerve impulses that cause seizures and nerve pain, such as trigeminal neuralgia and diabetic neuropathy. Carbamazepine is also used to treat bipolar disorder.

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Brand Names: CeleXA

Citalopram is an antidepressant belonging to a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It is used for depression, anxiety, panic and obsessive compulsive disorder.

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Brand Names: Anafranil

Clomipramine is a tricyclic antidepressant that is used to treat symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), such as recurrent thoughts or feelings and repetitive actions. Clomipramine is for use in adults and children at least 10 years old.

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Brand Names: Catapres, Kapvay

Clonidine is a medication used for both attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and for elevated blood pressure.

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Brand Names: Norpramin

Desipramine is a tricyclic antidepressant that is used to treat symptoms of depression.

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Brand Names: Pristiq, Khedezla

Desvenlafaxine is a selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant. Desvenlafaxine is used to treat major depressive disorder.

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Brand Names: Focalin, Focalin XR

Dexmethylphenidate is a mild stimulant to the central nervous system. It affects chemicals in the brain that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. Dexmethylphenidate is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

**All medication prescribing is at the discretion of your Remedy psychiatric provider. We perform a complete psychiatric evaluation and treatment plan even if a patient is already on a medication and hoping to continue. If you would like to see our treatment algorithm for ADHD, see here.

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Brand Names: Valium

Diazepam is a benzodiazepine (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peens). It is thought that diazepam works by enhancing the activity of certain neurotransmitters in the brain. Diazepam is used to treat anxiety disorders, alcohol withdrawal symptoms, or muscle spasms.

* All medication prescribing is at the discretion of your Remedy psychiatric provider. In general, we do not provide daily use of benzodiazepines. This is because daily benzodiazepine use puts patients at risk for withdrawal were they to skip a dosage. Withdrawal puts patients at risk of elevated blood pressure, seizures and/or death. If you need daily benzodiazepine treatment, please reach out to a local psychiatric provider where your blood pressure and medical health can be monitored in person.

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Brand Name: Depakote, Depakote ER, Depakote Sprinkles, Depakote (obsolete)

Divalproex sodium comes in different pill forms that are for different uses. Divalproex sodium tablets and capsules are used to treat seizures in people with epilepsy who are at least 10 years old. Divalproex sodium tablets are sometimes used together with other seizure medications. Divalproex sodium tablets are also used in adults to prevent migraine headaches, or to treat manic episodes related to bipolar disorder (manic depression).

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Doxepin is a tricyclic antidepressant. It is used to treat symptoms of depression, anxiety and insomnia.

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Brand Names: Cymbalta

Duloxetine is a selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor antidepressant (SSNRI). It can help with depression, anxiety, panic and obsessive compulsive disorder. It has also been found to be effective in treating some types of chronic pain.

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Brand Names: Lexapro

Escitalopram is an antidepressant belonging to a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It affects chemicals in the brain that can treat symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder.

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Brand Names: Lunesta

Eszopiclone is a sedative that is used to treat insomnia. eszopiclone causes relaxation to help you fall asleep and stay asleep.

* All medication prescribing is at the discretion of your Remedy psychiatric provider. In general, we do not provide daily use of benzodiazepines. This is because daily benzodiazepine use puts patients at risk for withdrawal were they to skip a dosage. Withdrawal puts patients at risk of elevated blood pressure, seizures and/or death.  If you need daily benzodiazepine treatment, please reach out to a local psychiatric provider where your blood pressure and medical health can be monitored in person.

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Brand Names: Prozac, Sarafem, Rapiflux, Selfemra

Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor(SSRI) antidepressant. Fluoxetine inhibits the reuptake of serotonin by neurons on the brain, and can reduce symptoms of depression, panic, anxiety, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, bulimia nervosa, or obsessive-compulsive disorder.

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Brand Names: Luvox, Luvox CR

Fluvoxamine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. Fluvoxamine affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with obsessive-compulsive symptoms. Fluvoxamine is used to treat social anxiety disorder(social phobia), or obsessive-compulsive disorders involving recurring thoughts or actions.

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Brand Names: Gralise, Horizant, Neurontin, Gabarone

Gabapentin is classified as an anti-epileptic drug, also called an anti-seizure medication, or anticonvulsant- but has been found to also be helpful for sleep, anxiety and pain.

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Brand Names: Tenex, Intuniv

Guanfacine reduces nerve impulses in your heart and blood vessels. Guanfacine works by relaxing blood vessels, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow. The Tenex brand of guanfacine is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It is sometimes given with other blood pressure medications. The Intuniv brand of guanfacine is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

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Brand Names: ANX, Vistaril, Atarax, Vistaril IM, Hyzine, Vistaject-50, Rezine

Hydroxyzine is an antihistamine that reduces the impact of the body’s natural chemical, histamine. This has been found useful in reducing itching, hives, and also anxiety and tension.

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Brand Names: Fanapt

Iloperidone is an antipsychotic medication that is used to treat schizophrenia in adults.

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Brand Names: Tofranil, Tofranil-PM

Imipramine is a tricyclic antidepressant used to treat symptoms of depression. Imipramine is sometimes used to treat bed-wetting in children ages 6 and older.

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Brand Name: LaMICtal, LaMICtal ODT, LaMICtal XR, Subvenite, LaMICtal CD, LaMICtal Starter Kit (Blue), LaMICtal Starter Kit (Green), LaMICtal Starter Kit (Orange), LaMICtal ODT Patient Titration Kit (Blue), LaMICtal ODT Patient Titration Kit (Orange), LaMICtal ODT Patient Titration Kit (Green), LaMICtal XR Patient Titration Kit (Blue), LaMICtal XR Patient Titration Kit (Orange), LaMICtal XR Patient Titration Kit (Green), LamoTRIgine Starter Kit (Blue), LamoTRIgine Starter Kit (Green), LamoTRIgine Starter Kit (Orange), Subvenite Starter Kit (Blue), Subvenite Starter Kit (Green), Subvenite Starter Kit (Orange)

Lamotrigine is an anti-epileptic medication, also called an anticonvulsant. While it treats seizures, it was also found to be effective in reducing mood fluctuations, and is used for treatment of bipolar disorder and Intermittent Explosive Disorder.

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Brand Names: Fetzima

Levomilnacipran is a selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor antidepressant (SNRI). Levomilnacipran is used to treat major depressive disorder.

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Brand Names: Vyvanse

Lisdexamfetamine is a central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. Lisdexamfetamine is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults and in children who are at least 6 years old. Lisdexamfetamine is also used to treat moderate to severe binge eating disorder in adults.

**All medication prescribing is at the discretion of your Remedy psychiatric provider. We perform a complete psychiatric evaluation and treatment plan even if a patient is already on a medication and hoping to continue. If you would like to see our treatment algorithm for ADHD, see here.

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Brand Name: Lithobid, Eskalith, Lithonate, Lithotabs, Eskalith-CR

Lithium affects the flow of sodium through nerve and muscle cells in the body. Sodium affects excitation or mania. Lithium a mood stabilizer that is used to treat or control the manic episodes of bipolar disorder (manic depression). Manic symptoms include hyperactivity, rushed speech, poor judgment, reduced need for sleep, aggression, and anger.

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Brand Names: Ativan

Lorazepam is a medication in a group of drugs called benzodiazepines which are thought to work by enhancing the activity of certain neurotransmitters in the brain. It is used to treat both anxiety and seizure disorders.

* All medication prescribing is at the discretion of your Remedy psychiatric provider. In general, we do not provide daily use of benzodiazepines. This is because daily benzodiazepine use puts patients at risk for withdrawal were they to skip a dosage. Withdrawal puts patients at risk of elevated blood pressure, seizures and/or death. If you need daily benzodiazepine treatment, please reach out to a local psychiatric provider where your blood pressure and medical health can be monitored in person.

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Brand Names: Latuda

Lurasidone is an antipsychotic medicine that is used to treat schizophrenia in adults and teenagers who are at least 13 years old. Lurasidone is also used to treat episodes of depression related to bipolar disorder (manic depression) in adults and children who are at least 10 years old.

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Melatonin is the natural hormone your body releases to regulate your wake-sleep cycle (also called ‘circadian rhythm, or “biological clock”). Melatonin is also made synthetically and available without a prescription as an over-the-counter (OTC) dietary supplement in the U.S. Melatonin has been used for many things, including sleep and cancer treatment.

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Brand Names: Adhansia XR, Aptensio XR, Concerta, Cotempla XR-ODT, Jornay PM, Metadate CD, Metadate ER, Methylin, QuilliChew ER, Quillivant XR, Relexxii, Ritalin, Ritalin LA

Methylphenidate is a central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. It is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and narcolepsy.

**All medication prescribing is at the discretion of your Remedy psychiatric provider. We perform a complete psychiatric evaluation and treatment plan even if a patient is already on a medication and hoping to continue. If you would like to see our treatment algorithm for ADHD, see here.

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Brand Names: Remeron, Remeron SolTab

Mirtazapine is an antidepressant. It can also help improve sleep and appetite.

* All medication prescribing is at the discretion of your Remedy psychiatric provider. In general, we do not provide daily use of benzodiazepines. This is because daily benzodiazepine use puts patients at risk for withdrawal were they to skip a dosage. Withdrawal puts patients at risk of elevated blood pressure, seizures and/or death.  If you need daily benzodiazepine treatment, please reach out to a local psychiatric provider where your blood pressure and medical health can be monitored in person.

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Brand Name: Provigil

Modafinil is a medication that promotes wakefulness. It is used to treat excessive sleepiness caused by sleep apnea, narcolepsy, or shift work sleep disorder.

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Brand names: Aventyl HCI, Pamelor

Nortriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant. It affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with depression. Nortriptyline is used to treat symptoms of depression.

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Brand Name: ZyPREXA, ZyPREXA Zydis

Olanzapine is an antipsychotic medication that is used to treat psychotic conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder (manic depression) in adults and children at least 13 years old.

Olanzapine is also used together with fluoxetine(Prozac) to treat episodes of depression in adults and children at least 10 years old who have bipolar I disorder.

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Brand Name: Serax

Oxazepam is a benzodiazepine (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peen). Oxazepam affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with anxiety. Oxazepam is used to treat anxiety disorders or alcohol withdrawal symptoms.

* All medication prescribing is at the discretion of your Remedy psychiatric provider. In general, we do not provide daily use of benzodiazepines. This is because daily benzodiazepine use puts patients at risk for withdrawal were they to skip a dosage. Withdrawal puts patients at risk of elevated blood pressure, seizures and/or death. If you need daily benzodiazepine treatment, please reach out to a local psychiatric provider where your blood pressure and medical health can be monitored in person.

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Brand Name: Trileptal, Oxtellar XR

Oxcarbazepine is an anticonvulsant. It works by decreasing nerve impulses that cause seizures and pain. Oxcarbazepine is used either alone or with other medicines to treat partial seizures.

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Brand Names: Brisdelle, Paxil, Paxil CR, Pexeva

Paroxetine is an antidepressant that belongs to a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Paroxetine affects chemicals in the brain that can alleviate symptoms of anxiety, depression, panic and obsessive-compulsive disorder.

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Brand names: Nardil

Phenelzine is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) that is used to treat symptoms of atypical depression in adults when other medicines have not been effective. Phenelzine is not for treating severe depression or bipolar disorder (manic depression).

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Brand Name: SEROquel, SEROquel XR

Quetiapine is an antipsychotic medicine that is used to treat schizophrenia in adults and children who are at least 13 years old. It is also used to treat bipolar disorder, and in some cases severe anxiety. Quetiapine is also used together with antidepressant medications to treat major depressive disorder in adults.

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Brand names: Rozerem

Ramelteon is a sedative, also called a hypnotic. It works by affecting certain substances in your body that help regulate your “sleep-wake cycle.” Ramelteon is used to treat insomnia that is associated with having trouble falling asleep.

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Brand Names: Risperdal

Risperidone is an antipsychotic medicine that is used to treat schizophrenia in adults and children who are at least 13 years old. It is also used to treat symptoms of bipolar disorder (manic depression), and symptoms of irritability in autistic children.

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Brand Names: Zoloft

Sertraline is an antidepressant in a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and has been shown to reduce symptoms of depression, panic, or obsessive-compulsive symptoms, in addition to anxiety disorders (including panic disorder and social anxiety disorder), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).

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Brand Name: Restoril

Temazepam is a benzodiazepine. Temazepam affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with sleep problems (insomnia).  Temazepam is used to treat insomnia symptoms, such as trouble falling asleep or staying asleep.  Temazepam works by slowing down the central nervous system (brain), causing drowsiness which helps patients fall asleep.

* All medication prescribing is at the discretion of your Remedy psychiatric provider. In general, we do not provide daily use of benzodiazepines. This is because daily benzodiazepine use puts patients at risk for withdrawal were they to skip a dosage. Withdrawal puts patients at risk of elevated blood pressure, seizures and/or death.  If you need daily benzodiazepine treatment, please reach out to a local psychiatric provider where your blood pressure and medical health can be monitored in person.

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Brand Name: Qudexy XR Sprinkle, Topamax, Topamax Sprinkle, Trokendi XR, Topiragen

Topiramate is a seizure medicine, also called an anticonvulsant. Topiramate is used to treat certain types of seizures in adults and children. Topiramate is also used in treatment of migraine headaches and mood disorders.

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Brand Names: Parnate

Tranylcypromine is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) that works by increasing the levels of certain chemicals in the brain. Tranylcypromine is used to treat major depressive episodes in adults when other medicines have not been effective.

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Brand Names: Desyrel, Desyrel Dividose, Oleptro

Trazodone is an antidepressant that belongs to a group of drugs that affects serotonin reuptake, and is used to treat major depressive disorder. It can improve mood, appetite, energy and sleep, in addition to anxiety.

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Brand Names: Effexor XR, Effexor

Venlafaxine is an antidepressant belonging to a group of drugs called selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SSNRIs). Venlafaxine affects chemicals including serotonin and norepinephine in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with depression.

Venlafaxine is used to treat major depressive disorder, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder and panic disorder.

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Brand Names: Viibryd, Viibryd Starter

Vilazodone is an antidepressant that is used to treat major depressive disorder (MDD).

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Brand Names: Trintellix, Brintellix, Brintellix (vortioxetine)

Vortioxetine is an antidepressant that is used to treat major depressive disorder in adults.

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Brand Names: Sonata

Zaleplon is a sedative that is used to treat insomnia. zaleplon causes relaxation to help you fall asleep and stay asleep.

* All medication prescribing is at the discretion of your Remedy psychiatric provider. In general, we do not provide daily use of benzodiazepines. This is because daily benzodiazepine use puts patients at risk for withdrawal were they to skip a dosage. Withdrawal puts patients at risk of elevated blood pressure, seizures and/or death.  If you need daily benzodiazepine treatment, please reach out to a local psychiatric provider where your blood pressure and medical health can be monitored in person.

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Brand Names: Geodon

Ziprasidone is an antipsychotic medicine. Ziprasidone oral is used to treat schizophrenia and the manic symptoms of bipolar disorder (manic depression). Ziprasidone injection is used to quickly treat agitation in people with schizophrenia.

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Brand Names: Ambien, Ambien CR, Edluar, Intermezzo, Zolpimist

Zolpidem is a sedative, also called a hypnotic, and it is used for patients suffering from sleep problems (insomnia). There is an immediate-release forms, and an extended release form. The extended-release form of zolpidem is Ambien CR which has a first layer that dissolves quickly to help you fall asleep, and a second layer that dissolves slowly to help you stay asleep. Your doctor will determine which form of zolpidem is best for you.

* All medication prescribing is at the discretion of your Remedy psychiatric provider. In general, we do not provide daily use of benzodiazepines. This is because daily benzodiazepine use puts patients at risk for withdrawal were they to skip a dosage. Withdrawal puts patients at risk of elevated blood pressure, seizures and/or death.  If you need daily benzodiazepine treatment, please reach out to a local psychiatric provider where your blood pressure and medical health can be monitored in person.

Brand names: Imovane, Imrest, Piclodorm, Somnol, Zimovane*

Is a nonbenzodiazepine used to treat difficulty sleeping. Zopiclone is molecularly distinct from benzodiazepine drugs and is classed as a cyclopyrrolone.

* All medication prescribing is at the discretion of your Remedy psychiatric provider. In general, we do not provide daily use of benzodiazepines. This is because daily benzodiazepine use puts patients at risk for withdrawal were they to skip a dosage. Withdrawal puts patients at risk of elevated blood pressure, seizures and/or death.  If you need daily benzodiazepine treatment, please reach out to a local psychiatric provider where your blood pressure and medical health can be monitored in person.