Insulin Coma Therapy 1930-1955
Used in the treatment of patients with manic depression or schizophrenia:
Patient receives no breakfast and administer insulin subcutaneously at 7am. Initial dose 30-40 units, increase by 10-20 units until shock dose is reached. Use the shock dose six mornings a week until a full course of 50 shocks is reached. Leave patient in bed in quiet ( Read more... )
Patient receives no breakfast and administer insulin subcutaneously at 7am. Initial dose 30-40 units, increase by 10-20 units until shock dose is reached. Use the shock dose six mornings a week until a full course of 50 shocks is reached. Leave patient in bed in quiet ( Read more... )
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