Carbamazepine as a Third‑Line Option

In this episode, we explore the critical decision of when to add lithium or valproate to second-generation antipsychotics in mixed manic episodes. Should you rush to combination therapy under managed care pressure, or does patience with strategic benzodiazepine bridging lead to better outcomes?

Faculty: David Osser, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.

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