The FDA approved Cobenfy, the first new treatment for schizophrenia in decades, targeting cholinergic receptors instead of dopamine. This new approach offers a significant alternative to existing antipsychotic medications, with studies showing meaningful symptom reduction in patients. However, Cobenfy comes with risks and side effects, including urinary retention and liver damage, limiting its use in certain patient groups. The approval is hailed as a 'monumental step' for schizophrenia patients and their families, with Bristol Myers Squibb launching a support program for those prescribed Cobenfy.