Psychotropic medicine utilization in Australian workers with workers' compensation claims for back and neck musculoskeletal disorders or injuries

Psychotropic medicine utilization in compensated Australian workers with back or neck conditions was high, particularly in those with longer disability duration. Psychotropic prescribing has changed over time, with a notable increase in gabapentinoid utilization. Furthermore, a trend indicating long-term or higher-dose use of psychotropics was observed, raising concerns of potential overuse.