GPs urged to watch for gambling problems with common antipsychotic
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Adults prescribed aripiprazole therapy for schizophrenia need to be watched for signs of gambling addiction, according to a leading GP, who warns the side effect is often overlooked.
The atypical antipsychotic drug has been linked to impulsive behaviour, such as pathological gambling, binge-eating, compulsive shopping and hypersexuality, says Melbourne GP and psychotherapist Dr Cathy Andronis.