Institute for Psychiatry

Geriatric Psychopharmacology

Beers Criteria and pharmacokinetic changes in aging.

Start low, go slow: managing dementia-related psychosis and late-life depression.

Clinical Applications

This protocol integrates findings from recent randomized controlled trials (RCTs). We advise cross-referencing with your local institutional guidelines and the associated clinical tools to calculate specific dosing parameters or risk scores.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When should this protocol be reconsidered?

A: If the patient exhibits significant hepatic or renal impairment, requiring immediate dose adjustments. See the Pharmacology Guide for CYP450 considerations.