The Handbook of Practical Psychopharmacology is a must-have companion for the busy practitioner. It features easily accessible information on indications, contraindications, dosing, drug interactions, clinical monitoring, and adverse effects for more than 130 medications, including antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, nutraceuticals/phytoceuticals, and more.
This volume provides guidance on prescribing for older adults, children and adolescents, and pregnant and nursing patients, among other special situations. Readers will also benefit from clinical pearls drawn from the latest literature in the field as well as the real-world practice of the expert contributors.
With high-yield, evidence-based, and conveniently organized information, this handbook is as useful as a teaching tool and study guide as it is as an on-the-spot resource in outpatient, inpatient, and emergency settings.