Citalopram augmentation of antipsychotic treatment in older schizophrenia patients.

JW, Kasckow; S, Mohamed; A, Thallasinos; B, Carroll; S, Zisook; DV, Jeste

doi:10.1002/gps.508

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Citalopram augmentation of antipsychotic treatment in older schizophrenia patients.

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Authors:

Kasckow JW

Mohamed S

Thallasinos A

Abstract

Background Depressive symptoms are common in older patients with schizophrenia; yet, few studies have examined the usefulness of antidepressants in this population.Objective We conducted a 10-week single-blind trial of citalopram (20-40 mg/day) vs no citalopram augmentation in 19 middle-aged and eld...

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