When an antipsychotic medication is administered orally in pill form that is swallowed intact, the clinical effects are noted within:
a. 5 to 10 minutes
b. 15 to 30 minutes
c. 40 to 55 minutes
d. 60 minutes or longer
D
The clinical effects of antipsychotics are noted within 60 minutes or longer when the medication is taken orally. Oral absorption can take between 1 and 4 hours. The absorption process may be decreased by foods, coffee, smoking, and other drugs.
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