Evidence-based prescribing for post-traumatic stress disorder.
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Abstract
There is strong research evidence to support the pharmacological treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as a second line to trauma-focused psychological interventions. Fluoxetine, paroxetine, sertraline and venlafaxine are the best-evidenced drugs, with lower-level evidence for other medications. It is important that prescribing for PTSD is evidence-based.
Medical subject headings
- Evidence-Based Medicine
- Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic