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The OPTIMA tool allows for a systematic discussion about the option of LAIs with patients. It helps to make LAIs a choice, rather than a punishment.

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It is based on evidence that:

  • Relapses worsen the long term patient trajectory

  • The best way to avoid relapse is continuous antipsychotic treatment

 

Author: Dr Howard Margolese

This resource is also available in French

OPTIMA Tool: offering Patients therapeutic information on medication alternatives

This initiative has been sponsored in part by Janssen Inc. through an educational grant.

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