Mood stabilisers

Mood stabilisers (mainly lithium, valproate, lamotrigine and carbamazepine) are used in the treatment of patients with bipolar affective disorder. Some antipsychotic agents also have mood-stabilising properties. This article gives general advice on when each medication might be used, how to monitor patients, and common adverse effects and drug interactions.

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