Contraindicated psychotropic medication use widespread

One in four youth were exposed to potential contraindicated or major drug‐drug interactions (DDIs) during the two‐decade period ending in 2020, researchers have found. They urge that studies be conducted focusing on medication safety, effectiveness, and DDI risks of psychotropic medications in youth.

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The Brown University Child & Adolescent Psychopharmacology Update
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2026-03-23
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https://doi.org/10.1002/cpu.31052
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Pharmacovigilance and Adverse Drug Reactions
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Contraindicated psychotropic medication use widespread

Alison Knopf
The Brown University Child & Adolescent Psychopharmacology Update
Pharmacovigilance and Adverse Drug Reactions
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Contraindicated psychotropic medication use widespread

Alison Knopf
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Abstract

One in four youth were exposed to potential contraindicated or major drug‐drug interactions (DDIs) during the two‐decade period ending in 2020, researchers have found. They urge that studies be conducted focusing on medication safety, effectiveness, and DDI risks of psychotropic medications in youth.

The Brown University Child & Adolescent Psychopharmacology UpdateVol. 28(4)
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