Psychiatria pre prax 3/2026
Mood stabilisers
This article provides a comprehensive summary of mood stabilizers used in routine clinical psychiatric practice in the Czech Republic. These medications are used to reduce the risk of depressive or manic episodes in patients with bipolar or schizoaffective disorder. The article pays particular attention to lithium, covering its pharmacological profile, proven efficacy, and adverse effects associated with its administration. Additionally, sodium valproate, carbamazepine, and lamotrigine are described in detail from pharmacological and psychiatric perspectives. The article concludes with a summary of recommendations for clinical practice.
Keywords: mood stabilisers, thymoprophylaxis, lithium, valproic acid, carbamazepine, lamotrigine
