Evaluation of the use of chlorpromazine for agitation in pediatric patients

Evaluation of the use of chlorpromazine for agitation in pediatric patients

Introduction: Chlorpromazine is a first-generation antipsychotic used for behavioral problems in pediatric patients. However, other therapies may demonstrate both improved outcomes and fewer side effects. Within our institution, chlorpromazine has been the standard medication used for treatment of p...

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Main Authors: Rajwoana Ahmed, PharmD, Megan Maroney, PharmD, BCPP, Germin Fahim, PharmD, BCPS, Hoytin Lee Ghin, PharmD, BCPS, Andrew Scott Mathis, PharmD
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: American Association of Psychiatric Pharmacists 2023-03-01
Series:Mental Health Clinician
Subjects:
agitation
pediatrics
chlorpromazine
olanzapine
sedation
Online Access:https://theijpt.org/doi/pdf/10.9740/mhc.2021.03.040

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