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Examining Lurasidone Efficacy in Patients with Schizophrenia Spectrum Illness and Concurrent Alcohol and Substance Use Disorder: A Prospective, Multicentric, Real-World Investigation.
Journal of Clinical Medicine 2024 April 12
Background : Dual disorders (DD) entail the coexistence of a substance use disorder (SUD) and another mental health condition, often within psychotic and affective disorders. This study aims to evaluate lurasidone, an innovative atypical antipsychotic, in individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia spectrum disorder and concurrent comorbidities of alcohol use disorder/substance use disorder (AUD/SUD). Methods : A cohort of 23 subjects diagnosed with schizophrenia spectrum disorder and comorbid AUD/SUD underwent psychometric assessments at baseline (T0) and one-month (T1) post-lurasidone initiation. Results : Lurasidone exhibited significant reductions in psychopathological burden, evidenced by decreased total PANSS scores ( Z = 2.574, p = 0.011). Positive symptoms, substance craving (VAS Craving; Z = 3.202, p = 0.001), and aggressivity (MOAS scale; Z = 2.000, p = 0.050) were notably reduced. Clinical Global Impression (CGI) scores significantly improved ( Z = 2.934, p = 0.003). Quality of life enhancements were observed in SF-36 subscales (energy, emotional well-being, and social functioning) ( p < 0.05) and Q-LES-Q-SF scale ( Z = -2.341, p = 0.021). A safety analysis indicated lurasidone's good tolerability, with only 8.7% reporting discontinuation due to side effects. Conclusions : This study offers initial evidence supporting lurasidone's efficacy and safety in dual diagnoses, highlighting positive effects on psychopathology, substance craving, and quality of life. These findings emphasize the need for tailored, comprehensive treatment strategies in managing the complexities of this patient population.
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