Study aims to cut unneeded meds, boost brain health in mental illness

NCT ID NCT07043803

First seen May 15, 2026 ยท Last updated May 15, 2026

Summary

This study helps adults with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or other serious mental illnesses reduce or stop taking anticholinergic medications (like benztropine) when they are no longer needed. These drugs can cause memory problems and other side effects. The goal is to safely lower the dose or stop the medication entirely, which may improve thinking and daily life.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Comprehensive Recovery Services (Pittsburgh) of Western Psychiatric Hospital, Ambulatory Clinics and Residential Programs - UPMC, Pittsburgh, PA

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States

  • UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor

    Erie, Pennsylvania, 16508, United States

  • Western Behavioral Health Mon Yough

    McKeesport, Pennsylvania, 16601, United States

  • Western Behavioral Health of the Alleghenies

    Altoona, Pennsylvania, 16601, United States

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