Review, May/20: Efficacy & Safety of Concomitant Psychotropic Meds. & ECT

The full title of this American review is called "The Efficacy and Safety of Concomitant Psychotropic Medication and Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)".

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/32342484

Abstract

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is an effective treatment for severe psychiatric disorders. Patients referred to ECT are often taking multiple medications, many of which can potentially affect the safety and efficacy of their course of ECT. This review evaluates the impact of a variety of psychotropic medications often used in conjunction with ECT and examines strategies to optimize their management. The review encompasses mood stabilizers, antidepressants, benzodiazepines, antiepileptics, antipsychotics, and other commonly used psychotropics.