, Stahl’s Essential Psychopharmacology
Prescriber’s
Guide
Eighth Edition
With the range of psychotropic drugs expanding and the usages of existing medications
diversifying, we are pleased to present the Eighth Edition of the world’s best-selling
formulary in psychopharmacology. The new edition features seven brand new compounds
as well as information about several newly approved formulations of existing drugs. Many
important new indications are covered for existing drugs, as are updates to the profiles of
the entire content and collection, including new injectable and transdermal formulations,
as well as updated warnings and indications. The icons and Pearls have been refreshed
throughout, and with its easy-to-use, full-colour template-driven navigation system,
Prescriber’s Guide combines evidence-based data with clinically informed advice to
support everyone who is prescribing in the field of mental health.
Stephen M. Stahl is Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry at the University of California, San
Diego, Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Neuroscience at the University of California,
Riverside, and Honorary Visiting Senior Fellow in Psychiatry at the University of
Cambridge.
Published online by Cambridge University Press
, Stahl’s Essential Psychopharmacology
Prescriber’s
Guide
Eighth Edition
Stephen M. Stahl
University of California, San Diego and Riverside
Editorial Assistant
Meghan M. Grady
With illustrations by
Nancy Muntner
Published online by Cambridge University Press
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of the University of Cambridge.
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education, learning and research at the highest international levels of excellence.
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Information on this title: www.cambridge.org/9781009464758
DOI: 10.1017/9781009464772
Editions 1 to 7 © Stephen M. Stahl 2005, 2006, 2009, 2011, 2014, 2017, 2021, 2024
8th edition © Cambridge University Press & Assessment 2024
This publication is in copyright. Subject to statutory exception
and to the provisions of relevant collective licensing agreements,
no reproduction of any part may take place without the written
permission of Cambridge University Press & Assessment.
First published 2005
Second edition published 2006
Third edition published 2009
Fourth edition published 2011
Fifth edition published 2014
Sixth edition published 2017
Seventh edition published 2021
Eighth edition published 2024
Printed in Mexico by Litográfica Ingramex, S.A. de C.V.
A catalogue record for this publication is available from the British Library
A Cataloging-in-Publication data record for this book is available from the Library of Congress.
ISBN 978-1-009-46475-8 Paperback
ISBN 978-1-009-46473-4 Spiral
Cambridge University Press & Assessment has no responsibility for the persistence or
accuracy of URLs for external or third-party internet websites referred to in this
publication and does not guarantee that any content on such websites is, or will remain,
accurate or appropriate.
Every effort has been made in preparing this book to provide accurate and up-to-date
information that is in accord with accepted standards and practice at the time of publication.
Although case histories are drawn from actual cases, every effort has been made to disguise
the identities of the individuals involved. Nevertheless, the authors, editors, and publishers
can make no warranties that the information contained herein is totally free from error, not
least because clinical standards are constantly changing through research and regulation.
The authors, editors, and publishers therefore disclaim all liability for direct or consequential
damages resulting from the use of material contained in this book. Readers are strongly
advised to pay careful attention to information provided by the manufacturer of any drugs or
equipment that they plan to use.
Published online by Cambridge University Press
Prescriber’s
Guide
Eighth Edition
With the range of psychotropic drugs expanding and the usages of existing medications
diversifying, we are pleased to present the Eighth Edition of the world’s best-selling
formulary in psychopharmacology. The new edition features seven brand new compounds
as well as information about several newly approved formulations of existing drugs. Many
important new indications are covered for existing drugs, as are updates to the profiles of
the entire content and collection, including new injectable and transdermal formulations,
as well as updated warnings and indications. The icons and Pearls have been refreshed
throughout, and with its easy-to-use, full-colour template-driven navigation system,
Prescriber’s Guide combines evidence-based data with clinically informed advice to
support everyone who is prescribing in the field of mental health.
Stephen M. Stahl is Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry at the University of California, San
Diego, Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Neuroscience at the University of California,
Riverside, and Honorary Visiting Senior Fellow in Psychiatry at the University of
Cambridge.
Published online by Cambridge University Press
, Stahl’s Essential Psychopharmacology
Prescriber’s
Guide
Eighth Edition
Stephen M. Stahl
University of California, San Diego and Riverside
Editorial Assistant
Meghan M. Grady
With illustrations by
Nancy Muntner
Published online by Cambridge University Press
, Shaftesbury Road, Cambridge CB2 8EA, United Kingdom
One Liberty Plaza, 20th Floor, New York, NY 10006, USA
477 Williamstown Road, Port Melbourne, VIC 3207, Australia
314–321, 3rd Floor, Plot 3, Splendor Forum, Jasola District Centre, New Delhi – 110025, India
103 Penang Road, #05–06/07, Visioncrest Commercial, Singapore 238467
Cambridge University Press is part of Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a department
of the University of Cambridge.
We share the University’s mission to contribute to society through the pursuit of
education, learning and research at the highest international levels of excellence.
www.cambridge.org
Information on this title: www.cambridge.org/9781009464758
DOI: 10.1017/9781009464772
Editions 1 to 7 © Stephen M. Stahl 2005, 2006, 2009, 2011, 2014, 2017, 2021, 2024
8th edition © Cambridge University Press & Assessment 2024
This publication is in copyright. Subject to statutory exception
and to the provisions of relevant collective licensing agreements,
no reproduction of any part may take place without the written
permission of Cambridge University Press & Assessment.
First published 2005
Second edition published 2006
Third edition published 2009
Fourth edition published 2011
Fifth edition published 2014
Sixth edition published 2017
Seventh edition published 2021
Eighth edition published 2024
Printed in Mexico by Litográfica Ingramex, S.A. de C.V.
A catalogue record for this publication is available from the British Library
A Cataloging-in-Publication data record for this book is available from the Library of Congress.
ISBN 978-1-009-46475-8 Paperback
ISBN 978-1-009-46473-4 Spiral
Cambridge University Press & Assessment has no responsibility for the persistence or
accuracy of URLs for external or third-party internet websites referred to in this
publication and does not guarantee that any content on such websites is, or will remain,
accurate or appropriate.
Every effort has been made in preparing this book to provide accurate and up-to-date
information that is in accord with accepted standards and practice at the time of publication.
Although case histories are drawn from actual cases, every effort has been made to disguise
the identities of the individuals involved. Nevertheless, the authors, editors, and publishers
can make no warranties that the information contained herein is totally free from error, not
least because clinical standards are constantly changing through research and regulation.
The authors, editors, and publishers therefore disclaim all liability for direct or consequential
damages resulting from the use of material contained in this book. Readers are strongly
advised to pay careful attention to information provided by the manufacturer of any drugs or
equipment that they plan to use.
Published online by Cambridge University Press
