First- Versus Second-Generation Antipsychotics

FGA

Haloparidol
Side effects:

  • Extrapyramidal symptoms including parkinsonism, akathisia, and dystonia
  • QTc prolongation

SGA

Olanzapine, Risperidone, Ziprasidone, Quetiapine
Side effects:

  • QTc prolongation
  • Orthostatic hypotension