Long-term prophylaxis in bipolar disorder.

Journal article

Bipolar disorder is a major cause of disability, and the prevention of relapse is a key management goal. Pharmacological interventions, effectively delivered through enhanced clinical care, are central to long-term management. This article summarises the available evidence for a range of pharmacological options, and provides guidance on common issues in clinical management in line with current practice guidelines. The use of medications for long-term prophylaxis should be considered in all pa...

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Authors: Taylor, M; Goodwin, G

• Publication status: Published
• Journal: CNS drugs
• Volume: 20
• Issue: 4
• Pages: 303-310
• Publication date: 2006-01-01
• DOI: 10.2165/00023210-200620040-00004
• EISSN: 1172-7047
• ISSN: 1172-7047
• Language: English
• Keywords: Humans; Pregnancy; Lactation; Preventive Medicine; Long-Term Care; Drug Therapy, Combination; Female; Male; Practice Guidelines as Topic; Antimanic Agents; Age Factors; Bipolar Disorder; Sex Factors