In this episode, we discuss weight gain and GI side effects due to lithium. Here are some questions we cover:  What are the causes of weight gain from lithium? How should you help patients manage their weight gain? What are the most common gastrointestinal side effects? How should you manage patients’ gastrointestinal side effects?  Faculty: David Osser, M.D.   Learn more about Premium Membership here  Earn 1.5 CMEs - "Lithium: How to Manage Dosage and Side Effects and Persuade Patients to Take It"  How to Manage GI Side Effects and Weight Gain Due to Lithium? 

Lithium: How to Manage Weight Gain and GI Side Effects

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In this episode, we navigate the complexities of initiating and optimizing clozapine treatment for patients with treatment-resistant schizophrenia. How do you chart the course for successful clozapine therapy while managing side effects and drug interactions? Join us as Dr. Brian Miller shares his expertise and valuable psychopharmacology pearls. Faculty: Brian Miller, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.  Learn more about our memberships here Earn 1.25 CMEs: Clozapine: Management and Challenges Initiating and Optimizing Clozapine 

Charting the Clozapine Course: Titration and Monitoring

In this episode, we discuss the prevalence of smoking among people with psychosis, based on recent findings from the PATH study. Dr. Oliver Freudenreich shares insights on how clinicians can prioritize smoking cessation in this population. How can we bridge the health outcome disparities faced by our patients with psychosis? Faculty: Oliver Freudenreich, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.  Learn more about our membership here Earn 0.75 CMEs: Quick Take Vol. 55 Tobacco Use, Nicotine Dependence, and Cessation Among Adults with Psychosis 

Smoking and Psychosis: Insights from the PATH Study

In this episode, we delve into the use of clozapine for treatment-resistant psychosis and mood disorders. When should clinicians consider clozapine, and what do expert guidelines recommend? Dr. Brian Miller guides us through the evidence and best practices for utilizing this powerful but often underused medication. Faculty: Brian Miller, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.  Learn more about our memberships here Earn 1.25 CME: Clozapine: Management and Challenges Using Clozapine for Treatment-Resistant Psychosis and Mood Disorders 

Clozapine: The Gold Standard for Treatment-Resistant Schizophrenia

In this episode, we explore the role of lithium in treating pediatric bipolar disorder and conduct disorder. Is lithium a viable option for managing these complex conditions in children and adolescents, or are other medications more effective? Faculty: David Rosenberg, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.  Learn more about our membership here Earn 0.5 CMEs: CAP Smart Takes Vol. 14 Use of Lithium in Pediatric Bipolar Disorders and Externalizing Childhood-Related Disorders 

Balancing Benefits and Risks: Lithium in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

In this episode, we explore real-world clinical cases demonstrating how broad-spectrum micronutrients can complement existing interventions for ADHD, emotional dysregulation, and mood instability. Can close monitoring and expert guidance optimize the integration of nutritional supplementation with pharmacologic treatments to create a harmonious, personalized approach? Faculty: Amelia Villagomez, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.  Learn more about our membership here Earn 0.75 CMEs: Broad-Spectrum Micronutrients (BSMs) for Mental Health: What You Need to Know for Clinical Use Clinical Cases 

Lithium: How to Manage Weight Gain and GI Side Effects

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