The Carlat Psychiatry Podcast cover image

Mood Stabilizers in Older Adults

The Carlat Psychiatry Podcast

00:00

Lemotrigene as a Mood Stabilizer in Older Adults

This chapter discusses the use of lemotrigene as a mood stabilizer for bipolar disorder in older adults, specifically highlighting its effectiveness against depressive symptoms but not active mania. It also explores the potential side effects of lemotrigene and briefly mentions the use of antipsychotics as alternative mood stabilizers.

Transcript
Play full episode

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
App store bannerPlay store banner