Question

A 40-year-old man with schizophrenia is stable on oral risperidone. According to NICE, how long should antipsychotic treatment be continued after a first episode of psychosis once remission is achieved?

Accepted Answer

At least 1 year

Answer

At least 1 month

Answer

At least 6 months

Answer

At least 5 years

Answer

Lifelong in all cases

Practice question

A 40-year-old man with schizophrenia is stable on oral risperidone. According to NICE, how long should antipsychotic treatment be continued after a first episode of psychosis once remission is achieved?