Rational use of psychotropic drugs

Author: Zhang Jizhi
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Publish Date: 2003-07-01
Features: "Rational Use of Psychotropic Drugs" (3rd Edition) is released on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the People's Medical Publishing House, which can also be considered a gift to the People's Medical Publishing House. The and second editions were named "Clinical Application and Side Effects of Psychotropic Drugs," and the new name is more in line with reality. Since the second edition was launched, eight years have passed. During this period, psychotropic drugs have undergone rapid development, with various new drugs, such as antipsychotics, antidepressants, anxiolytics, mood stabilizers, etc., continuously being developed and introduced. Moreover, cognitive enhancers have also made encouraging progress, which has boosted patients' confidence. Among these numerous new drugs, not only have the indications for treating mental disorders been expanded, but the adverse reactions of drugs have also been significantly reduced. As a result, patients are more compliant with treatment, can take the medication long-term, and have lower relapse and rehospitalization rates. This will strongly promote the development of community mental health services, improve recovery levels, and help patients return to society. The writing of this book strives to ensure the scientificity, rigor, clinical practicality, and advancement of its content. The language is kept concise, clear, and easy to understand. Some drug names in the book have been corrected according to the standardized drug names in the second edition of "National Essential Medicines" compiled by the National Drug Administration, and these are not new drugs. Please note this.