Lamotrigine and the Heart: What You Need to Know

In this episode, we explore a landmark Finnish study examining the long-term risk of agranulocytosis in patients taking clozapine. The research followed 62,000 patients over 22 years, providing crucial data about this rare but serious side effect. Could these findings change how we approach clozapine prescribing and monitoring requirements? Faculty: Oliver Freudenreich, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D. Learn more about our membership here Earn 0.75 CME: Quick Take Vol. 66 Does Clozapine's Agranulocytosis Risk Persist Beyond Initial Treatment Period?

In this episode, we explore Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) as a treatment option for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). We discuss the FDA-approved devices, unique protocols, and why patients need their anxiety triggered before each session. Did you know TMS for OCD targets a completely different brain region than TMS for depression? Faculty: Simon Kung, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D. Learn more about our memberships here Earn 1 CME: TMS in Psychiatry: Innovations and Best Practices Exploring the Evidence of TMS for OCD

In this episode, we explore donanemab, a groundbreaking monoclonal antibody treatment for Alzheimer's disease. We discuss its efficacy in reducing beta-amyloid plaques, unique treatment duration protocol, and safety considerations. Could this time-limited treatment approach revolutionize how we manage Alzheimer's progression? Faculty: Scott Beach, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D. Learn more about our membership here Earn 0.75 CMEs: Quick Take Vol. 66 Can Donanemab Slow Alzheimer's Progression?

In this episode, we explore a groundbreaking Danish registry study that challenges common beliefs about long-term benzodiazepine use and dose escalation patterns. Are our concerns about inevitable tolerance and dependence justified? The study's findings might surprise you and reshape prescribing practices. Faculty: Scott Beach, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D. Learn more about our membership here Earn 0.75 CME: Quick Take Vol. 65 Do Benzodiazepine Users Escalate Doses Over Time?

In this episode, we explore the side effects and safety considerations of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy in psychiatry. Did you know that despite common concerns, fewer than 2% of patients discontinue TMS due to discomfort? We'll discuss everything from common side effects to practical management strategies. Faculty: Simon Kung, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D. Learn more about our memberships here Earn 1 CME: TMS in Psychiatry: Innovations and Best Practices Assessing the Potential Side Effects of TMS

In this episode, we explore the crucial interaction between SSRIs and oral anticoagulants, examining a groundbreaking 23-year study of over 330,000 patients. Does combining these medications significantly increase bleeding risk, and if so, how can we safely manage patients who need both treatments? Faculty: Scott Beach, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D. Learn more about our membership here Earn 0.75 CME: Quick Take Vol. 65 Can SSRIs Be Safely Prescribed With Oral Anticoagulants?

In this episode, we explore the safe use and monitoring of lamotrigine, focusing on cardiac risks and when EKG monitoring is necessary. Did you know that reducing lamotrigine dose doesn't actually mitigate cardiac risks but could increase the risk of psychiatric destabilization? Faculty: Scott Beach, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D. Learn more about our memberships here Earn 0.5 CME: Lamotrigine: From Current Indications to Cardiac Side Effects Strategies for Safe Usage and Proper Monitoring of Lamotrigine

In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked phenomenon of antipsychotic withdrawal, examining new findings from the world's largest drug safety database. Could some cases of apparent psychotic relapse actually be withdrawal symptoms in disguise? We discuss common withdrawal effects, risk factors, and evidence-based strategies for safe medication discontinuation. Faculty: Oliver Freudenreich, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D. Learn more about our membership here Earn 0.75 CME: Quick Take Vol. 64 Antipsychotic Withdrawal Syndrome: Symptoms, Risks, and Prevention Strategies

In this episode, we explore lamotrigine's cardiac side effects, focusing on QTc prolongation and QRS widening. How concerned should psychiatrists be about the FDA warning regarding lamotrigine's cardiac effects? We examine the evidence behind these concerns and discuss practical implications for clinical practice. Faculty: Scott Beach, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D. Learn more about our memberships here Earn 0.5 CME: Lamotrigine: From Current Indications to Cardiac Side Effects Lamotrigine Effect on QTc Prolongation and QRS Widening

In this episode, we examine a groundbreaking Danish study that challenges the conventional belief that sedative medications increase fall risk in older adults. Could untreated insomnia, rather than the medications used to treat it, be the real culprit behind falls in elderly patients? Faculty: Scott Beach, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D. Learn more about our membership here Earn 0.75 CME: Quick Take Vol. 64 Insomnia in the Elderly: Do Sedatives Increase or Decrease Fall Risk?