Mental health medications are increasingly being used for in correctional settings. Experience has shown that providers must take a considerable number of medical implications and complications into account when prescribing these medications. This talk presents a pharmacological review covering toxicology, cardiology, endocrinology, and hematology.

Educational Objectives

• Review pharmacology of commonly used mental health medications
• Cite the medical complications associated with commonly prescribed mental health medications
• Describe the types of monitoring necessary to use mental health medications safely

Level: Basic