Medicines are the treatment that works best for schizophrenia,
and you may be taking more than one at a time. They may be used
for negative symptoms, but they don't work as well for negative
symptoms as they do for positive symptoms. It may take time to
find which medicines are best for you. This may be frustrating.
Getting support from your family, your friends, and a community-
based rehabilitation program is helpful, especially while you
and your doctor are trying to find the best medicines. It also
may help to speak with and get support from others who have had
trouble finding the right medicines. If you stop taking your
medicines, you may have a relapse. Don't stop taking your
medicines until you talk with your doctor. If you and your
health care team decide you should stop using medicine, you will
need to be checked on a regular basis. Medicines used most often
to treat schizophrenia include: - First-generation
antipsychotics, such as haloperidol (Haldol), perphenazine, and
chlorpromazine. - Second-gener