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Why I Have a Love-Hate Relationship with Latuda

Latuda (lurasidone) is one of the most unique medications in psychiatry—but it's also one of the easiest to misunderstand.

In this episode of Pearls & Prep, we break down exactly when Latuda shines, where it falls short, and how experienced clinicians think through prescribing it in real practice.

You'll learn:

• Why Latuda is FDA-approved for bipolar I depression and schizophrenia

• Why it treats depression but isn't your best option for mania prevention

• How Latuda compares with Seroquel, Abilify, Lamictal, lithium, and Symbyax

• The importance of treating both poles of bipolar disorder—not just today's symptoms

• The famous 350-calorie food requirement and why it matters clinically

• Why Latuda is considered one of the more weight-neutral antipsychotics

• Common adverse effects including akathisia, nausea, and movement disorders

• Practical prescribing pearls you'll actually remember during patient care

Whether you're a PMHNP student, psychiatric NP, psychiatry resident, physician assistant, medical student, or practicing clinician, this episode focuses on the clinical reasoning behind medication selection—not just memorizing facts.

If you're preparing for boards or simply want to become more confident prescribing psychiatric medications, this episode is packed with practical psychopharmacology pearls.

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Why I Have a Love-Hate Relationship with Latuda

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