The Maudsley Prescribing Guidelines

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The handbook provides a comprehensive, evidence-based resource for prescribing psychotropic medications, crucial for treating mental illness. It includes detailed analyses of psychotropic drugs used across several countries, discussions on adverse effects, medication switching, and considerations for special patient groups. Fully updated, it serves both trainees seeking foundational knowledge and experienced clinicians needing guidance on complex prescribing issues. Each chapter concludes with up-to-date reference lists, ensuring readers have access to the latest information in the field.