Hypomanic Switch Induced by Lurasidone: A Case Report
Aims: Bipolar Affective Disorder (BAD) is known to present with manic or hypomanic episodes, along with depressive episodes occurring at different times. Considerable within-normal-range mood variations between episodes are expected. In some cases, mania or hypomania can be induced by medications. W...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Cambridge University Press
2025-06-01
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| Series: | BJPsych Open |
| Online Access: | https://www.cambridge.org/core/product/identifier/S2056472425107540/type/journal_article |
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| Summary: | Aims: Bipolar Affective Disorder (BAD) is known to present with manic or hypomanic episodes, along with depressive episodes occurring at different times. Considerable within-normal-range mood variations between episodes are expected. In some cases, mania or hypomania can be induced by medications. While well-established medications such as corticosteroids and levodopa are known to induce mania, a careful examination of possible triggers for manic switches is essential to ensure individualized patient care. |
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| ISSN: | 2056-4724 |