The management of schizophrenia is generally a long-term process with neuroleptics representing the cornerstone of treatment. Although not without their own limitations, depot neuroleptics offer an important alternative to oral agents, and they should be routinely considered as an option in any long-term treatment planning. The present article reviews depot neuroleptics, and focuses particularly on clinical considerations pertaining to their use.
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