Benzodiazepines for psychosis-induced aggression or agitation
Journal
Schizophrenia Bulletin
Date Issued
August 20, 2018
DOI
10.1093/schbul/sby056
Abstract
Acute psychotic illness, especially when associated with
agitated or violent behavior, can require urgent pharmacological tranquillization or sedation. In many countries,
benzodiazepines (either alone or in combination with
antipsychotics) are often used in this situation (1).
agitated or violent behavior, can require urgent pharmacological tranquillization or sedation. In many countries,
benzodiazepines (either alone or in combination with
antipsychotics) are often used in this situation (1).