Question

A 22-year-old man presents with a first episode of psychosis. He reports hearing voices commenting on his actions and believes he is being monitored by security services. He has been smoking cannabis regularly for 5 years. What is the most appropriate initial pharmacological management?

Accepted Answer

Olanzapine 5-10mg OD

Answer

Diazepam 5mg PRN

Answer

Lithium Carbonate 400mg OD

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Sertraline 50mg OD

Answer

Clozapine 12.5mg OD

Practice question

A 22-year-old man presents with a first episode of psychosis. He reports hearing voices commenting on his actions and believes he is being monitored by security services. He has been smoking cannabis regularly for 5 years. What is the most appropriate initial pharmacological management?