Journal article
Atypical Antipsychotics for Irritability in Pediatric Autism: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: Irritability is common in pediatric autism spectrum disorder (ASD) patients. This can have major implications in child development, receptivity to behavioral therapy, as well as child and caregiver well-being. A systematic review and network meta-analysis were conducted to assess the efficacy and safety of atypical antipsychotics in treating irritability in these patients.
METHODS: Studies were identified from Medline, Embase, and …
Authors
Fallah MS; Shaikh MR; Neupane B; Rusiecki D; Bennett TA; Beyene J
Journal
Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology, Vol. 29, No. 3, pp. 168–180
Publisher
Mary Ann Liebert
Publication Date
4 2019
DOI
10.1089/cap.2018.0115
ISSN
1044-5463