Tapering off medication refers to the gradual reduction of a drug dosage rather than an abrupt discontinuation. This process is typically used for medications that can cause withdrawal symptoms or a resurgence of the original condition if stopped suddenly, such as antipsychotics, antidepressants, and certain other psychiatric medications.
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The Art of Tapering: Navigating the Journey of Tapering -How to Taper Off Antipsychotics Safely?

What is the culture around prescribing antipsychotics to young people? Are there concerns around over-prescribing antipsychotics in young people? How can we reduce antipsychotics use in children and adolescents? All this and more answered as Jo Carlowe interviews Dr. Robert Penfold about the Safer Use of Antipsychotics in Youth (SUAY) pragmatic trial, as published in the JCPP.

Safer Use of Antipsychotics in Youth

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