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This category covers medicines used in serious mental health conditions, mainly the antipsychotics. They are effective but need careful dosing and monitoring, so they belong within ongoing care. Treatment is usually long term with regular review, and physical health monitoring runs alongside it because these medicines affect more than mood.

Medicines in the Mental Health category

Seroquel

Quetiapine

25 · 50 · 100 · 200 · 300mg

Quetiapine film-coated tablets from 25mg to 300mg, used in the management of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and major depression. A dibenzothiazepine.

From$0.59/ tabletView

Abilify

Aripiprazole

5 · 10 · 15 · 20 · 30mg

Aripiprazole tablets in five strengths from 5mg to 30mg, used in the management of schizophrenia and manic episodes. Taken by mouth once daily.

From$0.52/ tabletView

Risperdal

Risperidone

1 · 2 · 3 · 4mg

Risperidone 1mg, 2mg, 3mg and 4mg film-coated tablets, used in the management of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. A benzisoxazole antipsychotic.

From$0.34/ tabletView

Zyprexa

Olanzapine

2.5 · 5 · 7.5 · 10 · 15 · 20mg

Olanzapine tablets in six strengths from 2.5mg to 20mg, used in the management of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. A 5-HT2 and D2 antagonist.

From$0.45/ tabletView

Atarax

Hydroxyzine

10 · 25mg

Hydroxyzine 10mg and 25mg film-coated tablets, used for urticaria, pruritus and anxiety. A first-generation antihistamine that also acts centrally.

From$0.35/ tabletView

Buspar

Buspirone

5 · 10mg

Buspirone 5mg and 10mg tablets, used in the management of generalised anxiety disorder. A 5-HT1A receptor agonist rather than a benzodiazepine.

From$0.43/ tabletView

Latuda

Lurasidone

40 · 80mg

Lurasidone 40mg and 80mg film-coated tablets, used in the management of schizophrenia. An antagonist at dopamine D2 and serotonin 5-HT2A receptors.

From$0.78/ tabletView

Risnia

Risperidone

2mg

Risnia is risperidone 2mg tablets for schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and persistent aggression in dementia. A 5-HT2 and D2 antagonist.

From$0.56/ tabletView

Haldol

Haloperidol

10mg

Haloperidol 10mg tablets, used in the management of schizophrenia, acute psychosis, Tourette's syndrome and severe agitation. A butyrophenone D2 blocker.

From$0.85/ tabletView

Lithium Tablets

Lithium

300mg

Lithium 300mg prolonged-release tablets, used in the management of bipolar disorder and recurrent depressive disorder. A mood stabiliser needing blood tests.

From$0.59/ tabletView

Geodon

Ziprasidone

20 · 40 · 80mg

Ziprasidone 20mg, 40mg and 80mg hard capsules, used in the management of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. A D2 and 5-HT2A receptor antagonist.

From$0.68/ tabletView

Loxitane

Loxapine

10 · 25mg

Loxapine 10mg and 25mg tablets, used in the management of schizophrenia. A dibenzoxazepine antipsychotic that blocks dopamine D2 receptors.

From$0.73/ tabletView

Thorazine

Chlorpromazine

50 · 100mg

Chlorpromazine 50mg and 100mg film-coated tablets, used for schizophrenia, psychotic disorders, nausea and vomiting and intractable hiccups.

From$0.40/ tabletView

Key points

  • These are effective medicines that need careful dosing and ongoing monitoring rather than occasional use.
  • Antipsychotics differ substantially in their side-effect profiles, which is often what drives the choice.
  • Stopping suddenly risks relapse, so changes are planned rather than abrupt.

Classes and ingredients in this category

Conditions it covers

These medicines are used for schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and severe anxiety. Diagnosis, previous response and physical health monitoring together shape the regimen, which is specialist-led care.

Further reading

FAQ

Which mental health medicines are available on AU Chemist?

AU Chemist lists 13 mental health medicines. They contain 12 different active ingredients, including risperidone, quetiapine and aripiprazole. Examples include Seroquel and Abilify.

What conditions are mental health medicines used for?

The mental health medicines on AU Chemist are used for schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, manic episode and anxiety. Each product page lists the conditions for that medicine.

Do mental health medicines come as tablets or other forms?

Mostly as tablets, with some capsules. The forms and strengths are listed on each product page.

Which of these mental health medicines is right for me?

Start with the active ingredient: there are 12 different ones in this range. Products that share an ingredient contain the same medicine. Compare their strength, form and price per tablet. Each product page's details table lists uses, onset, side effects and interactions. If you take other medicines, are pregnant or have a long-term condition, check with a doctor or pharmacist first.

Will I receive branded or generic mental health medicines?

A branded generic or a generic: AU Chemist supplies branded generics and generics only. Names such as Seroquel and Abilify identify the medicine; you receive a generic with the same active ingredient and dose. The exact brand depends on stock.

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What do mental health medicines cost on AU Chemist?

It depends on the medicine, strength and pack size. Each product page shows the price per tablet for every option, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs usually cost less per tablet.

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Where can I buy mental health medicines online in Australia?

Choose a product, strength and pack on AU Chemist, then check out. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Australia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.

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