It is now accepted that the newer medications, including clozapine and Risperdal actually can save money when used correctly by a caring team of health care professionals, with the cooperation of the patient. Researchers have now demonstrated that these drugs, when used correctly, can prevent hospitalizations. An inpatient stay in hospital of even a week or two can pay for someone's clozapine, risperidone or Zyprexa. The impact on a patient's family can be devastating. It is key for the treating team to educate the family and draw them into a treatment alliance.
Catatonia refers to a state of almost unresponsiveness on the part of a person.
It is an old subtype we don't use so much these days. When patients don't take their medications, it often means a clinical crisis may be approaching. My patient is not responding to Zyprexa. We really can't draw individual conclusions in this setting. This is a significant illness in every way.