Psychiatria pre prax 4/2009
Treatment of bipolar disorder: manic and mixed episodes, rapid cycling
The aim of this paper is to demonstrate latest therapeutic recommendations for the treatment of manic/mixed episode and rapid cycling of bipolar disorder. The updated CANMAT (Canadian Network for Mood and Anxiety Treatments) and NICE (National Institute for health and Clinical Excellence) guidelines are also presented.
Keywords: rapid cycling, mood stabilizers, atypical antipsychotics, CANMAT guidelines – update, NICE clinical guideline
