Serotonin agents in the treatment of acquired brain injury
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Summary, in English
Background: The development of novel serotonin agents has led to an increased use of these medications throughout medical practice. An understanding of the basic pharmacological function of these agents is key to understanding their usefulness. Among persons with brain injury, serotonin agents have been used for the treatment of depression, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorders, agitation, steep disorders, and motor dysfunction. Conclusion: This article will review the mechanisms, efficacy, and side effects of serotonin agents with a focus on persons with brain injury.
Avdelning/ar
Publiceringsår
2002
Språk
Engelska
Sidor
322-334
Publikation/Tidskrift/Serie
Journal of Head Trauma Rehabilitation
Volym
17
Issue
4
Dokumenttyp
Artikel i tidskrift
Förlag
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Ämne
- Surgery
- Neurology
Nyckelord
- acquired brain injury
- serotonin agents
- tricyclic
- agents
- antidepressant
Status
Published
ISBN/ISSN/Övrigt
- ISSN: 0885-9701