Principles of Prescribing Psychotropic Medications

Course type

MicroCPD

Study time

<1 hour

CPD Point

1 Clinical

Price

R50

MicroCPD Summary


This MicroCPD course provides healthcare professionals (HCPs) with a structured, evidence-based approach to prescribing psychotropic medications safely and effectively. Participants will explore core principles of psychotropic prescribing, including drug selection, dosage adjustments, risk minimisation, deprescribing strategies, and considerations for special populations. By understanding best practices in medication management, clinicians can optimise patient outcomes, reduce adverse drug reactions, and ensure patient-centred mental health care.

MicroCPDs - fast, focused and packed with value

  • Certificate included

    Upon successful completion of this MicroCPD, you will receive a certificate of completion from EMGuidance. CPD certificates will be submitted to the HPSCA for processing. Additionally, all certificates will be recorded and made available in the CPD Tracker, which can be accessed under the profile section for your convenience and record-keeping.
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