Why do antipsychotics cause side effects, such as weight gain, sedation and sexual dysfunction?
Antipsychotics cause side effects such as weight gain, sedation, shakes and so on because they work on the chemicals in the brain and it can be difficult to get the right balance. These side effects can be excessive in certain areas, so the medications need to be monitored very carefully. People who are on these medications must see their doctor regularly. Why do antipsychotics have different side effects? People who are taking different types of antipsychotics get different side effects. Some drugs are known to cause weight gain quite significantly, while other drugs may not cause weight gain, or cause a minimal amount of weight gain. So it is important to find the right medication for each individual.
