The Evidence-based Guide to Antipsychotic Medications

The Evidence-Based Guide to Antipsychotic Medications provides both a thorough scientific and historical review of antipsychotics and a highly practical clinical summary of the evidence base of the use of these agents across a wide range of psychiatric disorders. Replete with helpful tables and key clinical points, the guide should be a great asset to patient care for clinicians, from residents to experienced experts. --Paul E. Keck, Jr., M.D., President-CEO, Lindner Center of HOPE, Lindner Professor of Psychiatry & Neuroscience at University of Cincinnati College of Medicine

This textbook on antipsychotic drugs is comprehensive and well written and will be an important tool for clinicians in the management of their patients. This book is easy-to-read and offers practical information on how to use antipsychotic drugs. It is recommended for trainees, medical and mental health professionals, as well as patients and their families who wish to have the knowledge base of antipsychotic drugs at the tip of their fingers. --Carlos A. Zarate, Jr., M.D., Chief Mood Disorders Research Unit, Mood and Anxiety Disorders Program, National Institute of Mental Health

This Manual goes a long way toward filling the gaps in our understanding of psychotic depression while giving strong clinical guidelines for improving the treatment of those with the disorder. It is a welcome addition to any mental health prefrontal s library. --Psychiatric Services

The first in a new series, The Evidence-Based Guide to Antipsychotic Medications, is a table-rich, comprehensive overview of our current knowledge regarding the use of antipsychotic medications to treat a broad range of psychiatric conditions, from mood and anxiety disorders to schizophrenia. Coverage includes not only FDA-approved usage but also off-label uses of both time-tested and newer medications.

Central to the volume's clinical utility are two standout features: Key Clinical Points and the Appendixes. The former are located at the end of each chapter and consist of the most critical knowledge to be gleaned from that section. The latter represent a storehouse of useful information, including drug tables (names, strengths, formulations, pharmacokinetics, and dosing); advice on initiating and monitoring antipsychotic medications; common side effects and their management; and special considerations for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

The Evidence-Based Guide to Antipsychotic Medications has synthesized an enormous amount of medical literature and clinical experience to create a concise, yet comprehensive guide for busy clinicians and advanced students that is rigorous, yet reader-friendly.