1
|
Gangapersad RN, Zhou G, Garcia-Gomez P, Bos J, Hak E, Koch BCP, Schuiling-Veninga CCM, Dierckx B. Comparison of antipsychotic drug use in children and adolescents in the Netherlands before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. Eur Child Adolesc Psychiatry 2024; 33:2695-2703. [PMID: 38183460 PMCID: PMC11272724 DOI: 10.1007/s00787-023-02340-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2023] [Accepted: 11/28/2023] [Indexed: 01/08/2024]
Abstract
This study aims to describe the patterns and trends in antipsychotic prescription among Dutch youth before and during the corona virus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic (between 2017 and 2022). The study specifically aims to determine whether there has been an increase or decrease in antipsychotic prescription among this population, and whether there are any differences in prescription patterns among different age and sex groups. The study utilized the IADB database, which is a pharmacy prescription database containing dispensing data from approximately 120 community pharmacies in the Netherlands, to analyze the monthly prevalence and incidence rates of antipsychotic prescription among Dutch youth before and during the pandemic. The study also examined the prescribing patterns of the five most commonly used antipsychotics and conducted an autoregressive integrated moving average (ARIMA) analysis using data prior to the pandemic, to predict the expected prevalence rate during the pandemic. The prescription rate of antipsychotics for Dutch youth was slightly affected by the pandemic, with a monthly prevalence of 4.56 [4.50-4.62] per 1000 youths before COVID-19 pandemic and 4.64 [4.59-4.69] during the pandemic. A significant increase in prevalence was observed among adolescent girls aged 13-19 years. The monthly incidence rate remained stable overall, but rose for adolescent girls aged 13-19 years. Aripiprazole, and Quetiapine had higher monthly prevalence rates during the pandemic, while Risperidone and Pipamperon had lower rates. Similarly, the monthly incidence rates of Aripiprazole and Olanzapine went up, while Risperidone went down. Furthermore, the results from the ARIMA analysis revealed that despite the pandemic, the monthly prevalence rate of antipsychotic prescription was within expectation. The findings of this study suggest that there has been a moderate increase in antipsychotic prescription among Dutch youth during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in adolescent females aged 13-19 years. However, the study also suggests that factors beyond the pandemic may be contributing to the rise in antipsychotic prescription in Dutch youth.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ravish N Gangapersad
- Department of Hospital Pharmacy, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
- Erasmus School of Economics, Erasmus University Rotterdam, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
| | - Guiling Zhou
- Unit of Pharmaco-Therapy, -Epidemiology and -Economics (PTEE), Department of Pharmacy, University of Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
| | - Pilar Garcia-Gomez
- Erasmus School of Economics, Erasmus University Rotterdam, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
| | - Jens Bos
- Unit of Pharmaco-Therapy, -Epidemiology and -Economics (PTEE), Department of Pharmacy, University of Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
| | - Eelko Hak
- Unit of Pharmaco-Therapy, -Epidemiology and -Economics (PTEE), Department of Pharmacy, University of Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
| | - Birgit C P Koch
- Department of Hospital Pharmacy, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
| | - Catharina C M Schuiling-Veninga
- Unit of Pharmaco-Therapy, -Epidemiology and -Economics (PTEE), Department of Pharmacy, University of Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
| | - Bram Dierckx
- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry/Psychology, Erasmus Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Stogios N, Humber B, Agarwal SM, Hahn M. Antipsychotic-Induced Weight Gain in Severe Mental Illness: Risk Factors and Special Considerations. Curr Psychiatry Rep 2023; 25:707-721. [PMID: 37755655 DOI: 10.1007/s11920-023-01458-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/12/2023] [Indexed: 09/28/2023]
Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW Weight gain is a disconcerting issue experienced by patients treated with antipsychotics (APs). This review summarizes current knowledge on the prevalence, etiology, and risk factors for antipsychotic-induced weight gain (AIWG), and evidence for interventions, including special considerations. RECENT FINDINGS Predisposing risk factors for AIWG include lack of prior AP exposure, sex, and age. AP dose and duration of exposure are additional treatment-related factors that may contribute to this issue. Among current approaches to target AIWG, metformin has the most evidence to support its use, and this is increasingly reflected in clinical guidelines. While lifestyle approaches are recommended, cost-effectiveness and scalability represent limitations. More research is needed to identify newer treatment options and inform clinical recommendations for AIWG. Concerns around scope of practice in psychiatry to address AIWG and related comorbidities will require enhanced training opportunities and interdisciplinary collaborations, as well as updated position statements/practice guidelines emphasizing prevention.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Nicolette Stogios
- Schizophrenia Division, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), 1051 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON, M6J 1H3, Canada
- Institute of Medical Science, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
| | - Bailey Humber
- Schizophrenia Division, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), 1051 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON, M6J 1H3, Canada
- Institute of Medical Science, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
| | - Sri Mahavir Agarwal
- Schizophrenia Division, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), 1051 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON, M6J 1H3, Canada
- Institute of Medical Science, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
- Department of Psychiatry, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
- Banting and Best Diabetes Centre (BBDC), University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
| | - Margaret Hahn
- Schizophrenia Division, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), 1051 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON, M6J 1H3, Canada.
- Institute of Medical Science, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.
- Department of Psychiatry, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.
- Banting and Best Diabetes Centre (BBDC), University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.
- Department of Pharmacology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Zhou T, Pu C, Huang Z, Gao T, Zhou E, Zheng Y, Zhang D, Huang B, Cheng Z, Shi C, Yu X. Weight changes following treatment with aripiprazole, risperidone and olanzapine: A 12-month study of first-episode schizophrenia patients in China. Asian J Psychiatr 2023; 84:103594. [PMID: 37094459 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajp.2023.103594] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2023] [Revised: 04/03/2023] [Accepted: 04/17/2023] [Indexed: 04/26/2023]
Abstract
OBJECTIVES This study aimed to assess weight changes following antipsychotic treatment in first-episode schizophrenia (FES) patients and make a comparison of aripiprazole, risperidone and olanzapine. Predictors for long-term clinically relevant weight gain (CRW, ≥7%) were examined. METHODS We carried out a second analysis of data from the Chinese First-Episode Schizophrenia Trial. Repeated measures general linear model (GLM) statistics were used to compare body weight at each follow-up point (month of 1, 2, 3, 6, 9and 12). Logistic regression models were constructed to evaluate possible predictors for CRW. RESULTS Body weight increased with an average rate of 0.93 % per month, with the fastest growth rate occurring in first 3 months. CRW was observed in 79 % of patients. Participants from olanzapine group showed significantly higher weight gain than risperidone group and aripiprozole group. Repeated measures GLM revealed a significant main effect of time (p < 0.001) and asignificant time*group interaction was revealed (p < 0.001), while the between-subject group effect was not statistically significant (p = 0.272). Multivariate logistic regressionmodel showed that with smaller baseline BMI (OR = 1.33, p < 0.001), with a family history of mental disorder (OR = 5.08, p = 0.004), receiving olanzapine (OR = 2.35, p = 0.001), and CRW at first-month (OR = 4.29, p = 0.032) were independent predictors for first-year CRW. CONCLUSION Antipsychotics are associated with a clinically significant weight gain in FES patients, which occurs mostly in first 3 months. Aripiprazole might not be an ideal choice in terms of long-term metabolic side-effects. Early and close metabolic monitoring should accompany antipsychotic prescription.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Tianhang Zhou
- Clinical Research Center, Peking University Sixth Hospital, Peking University Institute of Mental Health, NHC Key Laboratory of Mental Health (Peking University), National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders (Peking University Sixth Hospital), Beijing, China
| | - Chengcheng Pu
- Clinical Research Center, Peking University Sixth Hospital, Peking University Institute of Mental Health, NHC Key Laboratory of Mental Health (Peking University), National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders (Peking University Sixth Hospital), Beijing, China
| | - Zetao Huang
- Clinical Research Center, Peking University Sixth Hospital, Peking University Institute of Mental Health, NHC Key Laboratory of Mental Health (Peking University), National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders (Peking University Sixth Hospital), Beijing, China
| | - Tianqi Gao
- Clinical Research Center, Peking University Sixth Hospital, Peking University Institute of Mental Health, NHC Key Laboratory of Mental Health (Peking University), National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders (Peking University Sixth Hospital), Beijing, China
| | - Enpeng Zhou
- Clinical Research Center, Peking University Sixth Hospital, Peking University Institute of Mental Health, NHC Key Laboratory of Mental Health (Peking University), National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders (Peking University Sixth Hospital), Beijing, China
| | - Yue Zheng
- Clinical Research Center, Peking University Sixth Hospital, Peking University Institute of Mental Health, NHC Key Laboratory of Mental Health (Peking University), National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders (Peking University Sixth Hospital), Beijing, China
| | - Dan Zhang
- Clinical Research Center, Peking University Sixth Hospital, Peking University Institute of Mental Health, NHC Key Laboratory of Mental Health (Peking University), National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders (Peking University Sixth Hospital), Beijing, China
| | - Bingjie Huang
- Clinical Research Center, Peking University Sixth Hospital, Peking University Institute of Mental Health, NHC Key Laboratory of Mental Health (Peking University), National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders (Peking University Sixth Hospital), Beijing, China
| | - Zhang Cheng
- Clinical Research Center, Peking University Sixth Hospital, Peking University Institute of Mental Health, NHC Key Laboratory of Mental Health (Peking University), National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders (Peking University Sixth Hospital), Beijing, China
| | - Chuan Shi
- Clinical Research Center, Peking University Sixth Hospital, Peking University Institute of Mental Health, NHC Key Laboratory of Mental Health (Peking University), National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders (Peking University Sixth Hospital), Beijing, China
| | - Xin Yu
- Clinical Research Center, Peking University Sixth Hospital, Peking University Institute of Mental Health, NHC Key Laboratory of Mental Health (Peking University), National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders (Peking University Sixth Hospital), Beijing, China.
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Vázquez-Bourgon J, Ortiz-García de la Foz V, Gómez-Revuelta M, Mayoral-van Son J, Juncal-Ruiz M, Garrido-Torres N, Crespo-Facorro B. Aripiprazole and Risperidone Present Comparable Long-Term Metabolic Profiles: Data From a Pragmatic Randomized Controlled Trial in Drug-Naïve First-Episode Psychosis. Int J Neuropsychopharmacol 2022; 25:795-806. [PMID: 35641112 PMCID: PMC9593219 DOI: 10.1093/ijnp/pyac033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2021] [Revised: 04/29/2022] [Accepted: 05/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
Abstract
OBJECTIVE Aripiprazole and risperidone are 2 of the most used second-generation antipsychotics (SGAs) worldwide. Previous evidence shows a similar effect of these SGAs on weight and metabolic changes in the short term. However, a longer period is necessary for a better assessment of the SGA´s metabolic profile. We aimed to compare the long-term (1-year) metabolic profile of these 2 antipsychotics on a sample of drug-naïve first episode-psychosis (FEP) patients. METHODS A total 188 drug-naïve patients, suffering from a first episode of non-affective psychosis (FEP), were randomly assigned to treatment with either aripiprazole or risperidone. Weight and glycemic/lipid parameters were recorded at baseline and after 1-year follow-up. RESULTS We observed significant weight increments in both groups (9.2 kg for aripiprazole and 10.5 kg for risperidone) after 1 year of treatment. Despite this, weight and body mass index changes did not significantly differ between treatment groups (P > .05). Similarly, both treatment groups presented similar metabolic clinical impact with a comparable increase in the proportion of participants meeting criteria for metabolic disorders such as obesity or hypercholesterolemia, but not for metabolic syndrome (Δ9.2% vs Δ4.3%) or hypertriglyceridemia (Δ21.9% vs Δ8.0%), where aripiprazole showed worse outcomes than risperidone. CONCLUSION This study shows that aripiprazole and risperidone share a similar long-term metabolic profile. After 1 year of antipsychotic treatment, drug-naïve FEP patients in both treatment groups presented a significant increase in weight and metabolic changes, leading to a greater prevalence of metabolic disorders.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Javier Vázquez-Bourgon
- Correspondence: Javier Vázquez-Bourgon, MD, PhD, Department of Psychiatry, University Hospital Marqués de Valdecilla, Avda. Valdecilla s/n, Santander, 39008, Spain ()
| | - Víctor Ortiz-García de la Foz
- Department of Psychiatry, University Hospital Marqués de Valdecilla - Instituto de Investigación Marqués de Valdecilla (IDIVAL), Santander, Spain
| | - Marcos Gómez-Revuelta
- Department of Psychiatry, University Hospital Marqués de Valdecilla - Instituto de Investigación Marqués de Valdecilla (IDIVAL), Santander, Spain,Department of Medicine and Psychiatry, School of Medicine, Universidad de Cantabria, Santander, Spain
| | - Jacqueline Mayoral-van Son
- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red en Salud Mental (CIBERSAM), Sevilla, Spain,Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, University Hospital Virgen del Rocío-IBiS, Sevilla, Spain
| | - María Juncal-Ruiz
- Department of Medicine and Psychiatry, School of Medicine, Universidad de Cantabria, Santander, Spain,Department of Psychiatry, Sierrallana Hospital - Instituto de Investigación Marqués de Valdecilla (IDIVAL), Torrelavega, Spain
| | - Nathalia Garrido-Torres
- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red en Salud Mental (CIBERSAM), Sevilla, Spain,Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, University Hospital Virgen del Rocío-IBiS, Sevilla, Spain
| | - Benedicto Crespo-Facorro
- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red en Salud Mental (CIBERSAM), Sevilla, Spain,Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, University Hospital Virgen del Rocío-IBiS, Sevilla, Spain
| |
Collapse
|
5
|
Bais Y, Hermans RA, Schuiling-Veninga CCM, Bos HJ, Kloosterboer SM, de Winter BCM, Simoons M, Dieleman GC, Hillegers MHJ, Koch BCP, Dierckx B. Comparison of antipsychotic drug use among Dutch Youth before and after implementation of the Youth Act (2010-2019). Eur Child Adolesc Psychiatry 2022:10.1007/s00787-022-01949-0. [PMID: 35138475 PMCID: PMC10326153 DOI: 10.1007/s00787-022-01949-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2021] [Accepted: 01/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE The Dutch law on youth care (the Youth Act) was implemented from 2015 onwards. One of the government's aims by implementing this new policy was de-medicalization of youths by separating youth mental healthcare from the rest of the healthcare system. A previous study conducted by our research group showed that prevalence rates of antipsychotic drug prescriptions stabilized among Dutch youth in the period 2005-2015, just before the introduction of the Youth Act. In our study, we aimed to describe antipsychotic drug use among Dutch children aged 0-19 years old before and after implementation of the Youth Act (2010-2019). METHODS We analyzed prescription data of 7405 youths aged 0-19 years using antipsychotic drugs between 2010 and 2019, derived from a large Dutch community pharmacy-based prescription database (IADB.nl). RESULTS Prevalence rates of antipsychotic drug use per thousand youths decreased significantly in youths aged 7-12 years old in 2019 compared to 2015 (7.9 vs 9.0 p < 0.05). By contrast, prevalence rates increased in adolescent females in 2019 compared to 2015 (11.8 vs 9.5 p < 0.05). Incidence rates increased significantly in adolescent youths in 2019 compared to 2015 (3.9 vs 3.0 p < 0.05), specifically among adolescent girls (4.2 per thousand in 2019 compared to 3.0 per thousand in 2015). Dosages in milligram declined for the most commonly prescribed antipsychotic drugs during the study period. The mean duration of antipsychotic drug use in the study period was 5.7 (95% CI 5.2-6.2) months. CONCLUSION Despite the aim of the Youth Act to achieve de-medicalization of youths, no clear reduction was observed in prevalence rates of antipsychotic drugs or treatment duration in all subgroups. Prevalence rates even increased in adolescent females.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Y Bais
- Department of Hospital Pharmacy, Erasmus Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
| | - R A Hermans
- Department of Hospital Pharmacy, Erasmus Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.,Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry/Psychology, Erasmus Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
| | - C C M Schuiling-Veninga
- Department of Pharmacotherapy, Epidemiology and Economics, University of Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
| | - H J Bos
- Department of Pharmacotherapy, Epidemiology and Economics, University of Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
| | - S M Kloosterboer
- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry/Psychology, Erasmus Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
| | - B C M de Winter
- Department of Hospital Pharmacy, Erasmus Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
| | - M Simoons
- Department of Hospital Pharmacy, Erasmus Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
| | - G C Dieleman
- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry/Psychology, Erasmus Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
| | - M H J Hillegers
- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry/Psychology, Erasmus Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
| | - B C P Koch
- Department of Hospital Pharmacy, Erasmus Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
| | - B Dierckx
- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry/Psychology, Erasmus Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
| |
Collapse
|
6
|
Parmar A, Hulme D, Hacking D, Shymko G, Dragovic M, Terina G, Waters F. Aripiprazole in young people with early psychosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis of weight gain. Australas Psychiatry 2022; 30:90-94. [PMID: 35001673 DOI: 10.1177/10398562211037334] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE Aripiprazole is often prescribed to young people, although there remain unanswered questions about its effects on weight gain. This study undertook a meta-analysis of weight gain occurring in young people with early psychosis who were prescribed aripiprazole. METHOD A systematic search was conducted for studies reporting on aripiprazole and weight change in young people with a psychotic disorder. A meta-analysis integrated the data into an estimate of effect size. RESULTS Eleven studies met the inclusion criteria amounting to 886 participants (mean age 18 years). The results showed significant weight gain averaging 2.7 kg. These increases were associated with a longer duration of exposure to aripiprazole but not a higher dosage. CONCLUSIONS The results highlight the importance of regular patient monitoring and the early implementation of interventions to manage antipsychotic-related weight gain.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Arti Parmar
- North Metropolitan Area Health Service - Mental Health, Perth, Australia
| | - Donald Hulme
- North Metropolitan Area Health Service - Mental Health; and Clinical Research Centre, North Metropolitan Health Service Mental Health, Graylands Hospital, Perth, WA, Australia
| | - Daniel Hacking
- Black Swan Health, Headspace Early Psychosis, Perth Australia
| | - Gordon Shymko
- Black Swan Health, Headspace Early Psychosis, Perth, WA, Australia.,South Metropolitan Health Service - Mental Health.,South Metropolitan Health Service, Peel and Rockingham Kwinana (PaRK) Mental Health Service, Rockingham, WA, Australia
| | - Milan Dragovic
- Clinical Research Centre, North Metropolitan Health Service Mental Health, Graylands Hospital, Perth, WA, Australia.,Division of Psychiatry, The University of Western Australia, Crawley Perth, WA, Australia
| | | | - Flavie Waters
- Clinical Research Centre, North Metropolitan Health Service Mental Health, Graylands Hospital, Perth, WA, Australia.,Black Swan Health, headspace Early Psychosis, Perth, Osborne Park, WA, Australia.,South Metropolitan Health Service - Mental Health; and School of Psychological Sciences, The University of Western Australia, Crawley Perth, WA, Australia
| |
Collapse
|
7
|
Pozzi M, Ferrentino RI, Scrinzi G, Scavone C, Capuano A, Radice S, Nobile M, Formisano P, Clementi E, Bravaccio C, Carnovale C, Pisano S. Weight and body mass index increase in children and adolescents exposed to antipsychotic drugs in non-interventional settings: a meta-analysis and meta-regression. Eur Child Adolesc Psychiatry 2022; 31:21-37. [PMID: 32617775 DOI: 10.1007/s00787-020-01582-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2020] [Accepted: 06/22/2020] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
Abstract
Antipsychotics increase weight, BMI and waist size, particularly in pediatric patients. Switching antipsychotics is common practice, thus defining the risk for each antipsychotic in real-life settings can be important for clinical guidance. We conducted a meta-analysis on antipsychotic-related changes in body measures in pediatric observational studies. Of 934 publications found on PubMed, we analyzed 38, including nine treatment arms: no treatment, mixed antipsychotic treatment, first-generation antipsychotics, aripiprazole, clozapine, olanzapine, quetiapine, risperidone and ziprasidone. Changes in weight, BMI, BMI-Z and waist size were meta-analyzed according to the duration of clinical observations: 6, 12, > 12 months. Meta-regressions probed influencing factors. Weight in Kg was increased at 6, 12, > 12 months by olanzapine [+ 10.91, + 10.7, data not available (n/a)], mixed antipsychotic treatment (n/a, + 9.42, + 12.59), quetiapine (+ 5.84, n/a, n/a) and risperidone (+ 4.47, + 6.01, + 9.51) and without treatment (n/a, + 2.3, n/a). BMI was increased at 6, 12, > 12 months by olanzapine (+ 3.47, + 3.42, n/a), clozapine (n/a, + 3, n/a) mixed antipsychotic treatment (+ 3.37, + 2.95, + 3.32), risperidone (+ 2, + 2.13, + 2.16), quetiapine (+ 1.5, + 1.82, n/a), aripiprazole (n/a, + 1.7, + 2.1) and without treatment (n/a, + 0.75, n/a). BMI-Z was increased at 6, 12, > 12 months by olanzapine (+ 0.94, + 0.98, + 0.89), clozapine (n/a, + 0.8, n/a), risperidone (+ 0.62, + 0.61, + 0.48), quetiapine (+ 0.57, + 0.54, n/a), mixed antipsychotic treatment (+ 0.51, + 0.94, + 0.44), without treatment (n/a, + 0.37, n/a) and aripiprazole (no gain, + 0.31, n/a). Waist size in cm was increased at 6, 12 months by risperidone (+ 8.8, + 11.5), mixed antipsychotics treatment (+ 9.1, + 10.2) and quetiapine (+ 6.9, + 9.1). Overall, olanzapine and clozapine displayed maximum risk, followed by risperidone, quetiapine and aripiprazole (more risky at longer terms); ziprasidone was associated with no gains. No time-based trends emerged, suggesting a drug-specific risk magnitude. Meta-regressions evidenced variable roles for persistence in therapy and follow-up length, increased risk for drug-naïve patients, and a ceiling effect determined by higher baseline BMI/BMI-Z values.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Marco Pozzi
- Scientific Institute IRCCS E. Medea, 23892, Bosisio Parini, LC, Italy
| | | | - Giulia Scrinzi
- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Bolzano, Italy
| | - Cristina Scavone
- Section of Pharmacology "L. Donatelli", Department of Experimental Medicine, Campania Regional Centre for Pharmacovigilance and Pharmacoepidemiology, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
| | - Annalisa Capuano
- Section of Pharmacology "L. Donatelli", Department of Experimental Medicine, Campania Regional Centre for Pharmacovigilance and Pharmacoepidemiology, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
| | - Sonia Radice
- Unit of Clinical Pharmacology, Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences L. Sacco, Fatebenefratelli-Sacco Hospital, "Luigi Sacco" University Hospital, Università Di Milano, Via GB Grassi 74, 20157, Milan, Italy
| | - Maria Nobile
- Scientific Institute IRCCS E. Medea, 23892, Bosisio Parini, LC, Italy
| | - Pietro Formisano
- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
| | - Emilio Clementi
- Unit of Clinical Pharmacology, Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences L. Sacco, Fatebenefratelli-Sacco Hospital, "Luigi Sacco" University Hospital, Università Di Milano, Via GB Grassi 74, 20157, Milan, Italy
| | - Carmela Bravaccio
- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
| | - Carla Carnovale
- Unit of Clinical Pharmacology, Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences L. Sacco, Fatebenefratelli-Sacco Hospital, "Luigi Sacco" University Hospital, Università Di Milano, Via GB Grassi 74, 20157, Milan, Italy.
| | - Simone Pisano
- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, Federico II University, Naples, Italy.,Department of Neuroscience, AORN Santobono-Pausilipon, Naples, Italy
| |
Collapse
|
8
|
Henneberry E, Lamy M, Dominick KC, Erickson CA. Decades of Progress in the Psychopharmacology of Autism Spectrum Disorder. J Autism Dev Disord 2021; 51:4370-4394. [PMID: 34491511 DOI: 10.1007/s10803-021-05237-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/07/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
Abstract
Recent decades have been marked by a wave drug treatment research in autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This work has resulted in improved ability to treat commonly occurring behavioral challenges associated with ASD including most prominently irritability marked by aggression, self-injurious behavior, and severe tantrums. While treatment of interfering behavior has progressed in our field, there remain several areas of unmet medical need including most prominently a lack of any approved drug therapies for the core, defining symptoms of autism. We outline the progress to date in the field of autism drug treatment while taking a future look forward into how decades of work can inform better future steps in this field.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Erin Henneberry
- Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, 3333 Burnet Ave, MLC 4002, Cincinnati, OH, 45229, USA
| | - Martine Lamy
- Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, 3333 Burnet Ave, MLC 4002, Cincinnati, OH, 45229, USA.,Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience, University of Cincinnati School of Medicine, Cincinnati, USA
| | - Kelli C Dominick
- Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, 3333 Burnet Ave, MLC 4002, Cincinnati, OH, 45229, USA.,Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience, University of Cincinnati School of Medicine, Cincinnati, USA
| | - Craig A Erickson
- Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, 3333 Burnet Ave, MLC 4002, Cincinnati, OH, 45229, USA. .,Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience, University of Cincinnati School of Medicine, Cincinnati, USA.
| |
Collapse
|
9
|
Gomes-da-Costa S, Marx W, Corponi F, Anmella G, Murru A, Pons-Cabrera MT, Giménez-Palomo A, Gutiérrez-Arango F, Llach CD, Fico G, Kotzalidis GD, Verdolini N, Valentí M, Berk M, Vieta E, Pacchiarotti I. Lithium therapy and weight change in people with bipolar disorder: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Neurosci Biobehav Rev 2021; 134:104266. [PMID: 34265322 DOI: 10.1016/j.neubiorev.2021.07.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2021] [Revised: 07/09/2021] [Accepted: 07/10/2021] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
Abstract
Lithium remains the gold standard maintenance treatment for Bipolar Disorder (BD). However, weight gain is a side effect of increasing relevance due to its metabolic implications. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis aimed at summarizing evidence on the use of lithium and weight change in BD. We followed the PRISMA methodology, searching Pubmed, Scopus and Web of Science. From 1003 screened references, 20 studies were included in the systematic review and 9 included in the meta-analysis. In line with the studies included in the systematic review, the meta-analysis revealed that weight gain with lithium was not significant, noting a weight increase of 0.462 Kg (p = 0158). A shorter duration of treatment was significantly associated with more weight gain. Compared to placebo, there were no significant differences in weight gain. Weight gain was significantly lower with lithium than with active comparators. This work reveals a low impact of lithium on weight change, especially compared to some of the most widely used active comparators. Our results could impact clinical decisions.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Susana Gomes-da-Costa
- Bipolar and Depressive Disorders Unit, Institute of Neuroscience, Hospital Clinic, University of Barcelona, IDIBAPS, CIBERSAM, 170 Villarroel St, 12-0, 08036, Barcelona, Spain
| | - Wolfgang Marx
- Deakin University, IMPACT - the Institute for Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Translation, School of Medicine, Barwon Health, Geelong, Australia
| | - Filippo Corponi
- School of Informatics, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
| | - Gerard Anmella
- Bipolar and Depressive Disorders Unit, Institute of Neuroscience, Hospital Clinic, University of Barcelona, IDIBAPS, CIBERSAM, 170 Villarroel St, 12-0, 08036, Barcelona, Spain
| | - Andrea Murru
- Bipolar and Depressive Disorders Unit, Institute of Neuroscience, Hospital Clinic, University of Barcelona, IDIBAPS, CIBERSAM, 170 Villarroel St, 12-0, 08036, Barcelona, Spain
| | - Maria Teresa Pons-Cabrera
- Bipolar and Depressive Disorders Unit, Institute of Neuroscience, Hospital Clinic, University of Barcelona, IDIBAPS, CIBERSAM, 170 Villarroel St, 12-0, 08036, Barcelona, Spain
| | - Anna Giménez-Palomo
- Bipolar and Depressive Disorders Unit, Institute of Neuroscience, Hospital Clinic, University of Barcelona, IDIBAPS, CIBERSAM, 170 Villarroel St, 12-0, 08036, Barcelona, Spain
| | - Felipe Gutiérrez-Arango
- Bipolar and Depressive Disorders Unit, Institute of Neuroscience, Hospital Clinic, University of Barcelona, IDIBAPS, CIBERSAM, 170 Villarroel St, 12-0, 08036, Barcelona, Spain
| | - Cristian Daniel Llach
- Bipolar and Depressive Disorders Unit, Institute of Neuroscience, Hospital Clinic, University of Barcelona, IDIBAPS, CIBERSAM, 170 Villarroel St, 12-0, 08036, Barcelona, Spain
| | - Giovanna Fico
- Bipolar and Depressive Disorders Unit, Institute of Neuroscience, Hospital Clinic, University of Barcelona, IDIBAPS, CIBERSAM, 170 Villarroel St, 12-0, 08036, Barcelona, Spain
| | - Georgios D Kotzalidis
- Department of Neurosciences, Mental Health and Sensory Organs (NESMOS), Sapienza University of Rome, School of Medicine and Psychology, Sant'Andrea University Hospital, Via di Grottarossa 1035-1039, 00189, Rome, Italy
| | - Norma Verdolini
- Bipolar and Depressive Disorders Unit, Institute of Neuroscience, Hospital Clinic, University of Barcelona, IDIBAPS, CIBERSAM, 170 Villarroel St, 12-0, 08036, Barcelona, Spain
| | - Marc Valentí
- Bipolar and Depressive Disorders Unit, Institute of Neuroscience, Hospital Clinic, University of Barcelona, IDIBAPS, CIBERSAM, 170 Villarroel St, 12-0, 08036, Barcelona, Spain
| | - Michael Berk
- Deakin University, IMPACT - the Institute for Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Translation, School of Medicine, Barwon Health, Geelong, Australia
| | - Eduard Vieta
- Bipolar and Depressive Disorders Unit, Institute of Neuroscience, Hospital Clinic, University of Barcelona, IDIBAPS, CIBERSAM, 170 Villarroel St, 12-0, 08036, Barcelona, Spain.
| | - Isabella Pacchiarotti
- Bipolar and Depressive Disorders Unit, Institute of Neuroscience, Hospital Clinic, University of Barcelona, IDIBAPS, CIBERSAM, 170 Villarroel St, 12-0, 08036, Barcelona, Spain
| |
Collapse
|
10
|
Brown JT, Campo-Soria C, Bishop JR. Current strategies for predicting side effects from second generation antipsychotics in youth. Expert Opin Drug Metab Toxicol 2021; 17:655-664. [PMID: 33896324 DOI: 10.1080/17425255.2021.1922668] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
Abstract
Introduction: Antipsychotic medications are used to treat a number of conditions in children and adolescents. While side effect profiles from second generation antipsychotics (SGAs) may differ from older antipsychotics, they do not come without risk. Knowing which children may be at higher risk for specific outcomes is important clinical information for prescribers. Common side effects and toxicities of SGAs in children include movement disorders, weight gain, and hormonal changes. There are also rare, but potentially dangerous adverse events including neuroleptic malignant syndrome, hypersensitivity and suicidal ideation.Areas covered: This review will summarize and comment on clinical, pharmacological, and genetic factors having evidence as predictors of SGA-associated side effects and toxicities in children.Expert opinion: Observations across studies note that older children and those that do not respond early in treatment may be more at risk for movement disorders, while younger, antipsychotic naive children are at increased risk for weight gain. Relatively fewer studies have looked at pharmacogenetic relationships, although variations in pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic genes hold promise to advance drug dosing or selection strategies. Future efforts to assimilate multiple clinical, pharmacological, and genetic factors to facilitate predictive analytics and clinical decision support for prescribers will advance precision care to patients.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Jacob T Brown
- Department of Pharmacy Practice and Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, University of Minnesota, Duluth, MN, USA
| | - Claudia Campo-Soria
- Department of Psychiatry, Children's Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA
| | - Jeffrey R Bishop
- Department of Experimental and Clinical Pharmacology, College of Pharmacy, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA.,Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, School of Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA
| |
Collapse
|
11
|
Libowitz MR, Nurmi EL. The Burden of Antipsychotic-Induced Weight Gain and Metabolic Syndrome in Children. Front Psychiatry 2021; 12:623681. [PMID: 33776816 PMCID: PMC7994286 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2021.623681] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2020] [Accepted: 02/17/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
Abstract
Antipsychotic medications are critical to child and adolescent psychiatry, from the stabilization of psychotic disorders like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and psychotic depression to behavioral treatment of autism spectrum disorder, tic disorders, and pediatric aggression. While effective, these medications carry serious risk of adverse events-most commonly, weight gain and cardiometabolic abnormalities. Negative metabolic consequences affect up to 60% of patients and present a major obstacle to long-term treatment. Since antipsychotics are often chronically prescribed beginning in childhood, cardiometabolic risk accumulates. An increased susceptibility to antipsychotic-induced weight gain (AIWG) has been repeatedly documented in children, particularly rapid weight gain. Associated cardiometabolic abnormalities include central obesity, insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, and systemic inflammation. Lifestyle interventions and medications such as metformin have been proposed to reduce risk but remain limited in efficacy. Furthermore, antipsychotic medications touted to be weight-neutral in adults can cause substantial weight gain in children. A better understanding of the biological underpinnings of AIWG could inform targeted and potentially more fruitful treatments; however, little is known about the underlying mechanism. As yet, modest genetic studies have nominated a few risk genes that explain only a small percentage of the risk. Recent investigations have begun to explore novel potential mechanisms of AIWG, including a role for gut microbiota and microbial metabolites. This article reviews the problem of AIWG and AP metabolic side effects in pediatric populations, proposed mechanisms underlying this serious side effect, and strategies to mitigate adverse impact. We suggest future directions for research efforts that may advance the field and lead to improved clinical interventions.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | - Erika L. Nurmi
- Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences, Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, United States
| |
Collapse
|
12
|
Nicol GE, Ivanov I. Getting to Precision Psychopharmacology in Child Psychiatry: The Value of Adverse Treatment Effects. J Child Adolesc Psychopharmacol 2021; 31:1-3. [PMID: 33595415 DOI: 10.1089/cap.2021.29196.gni] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Ginger E Nicol
- Department of Psychiatry, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
| | - Iliyan Ivanov
- Department of Psychiatry, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, New York, USA
| |
Collapse
|
13
|
Risk factors and pattern of weight gain in youths using antipsychotic drugs. Eur Child Adolesc Psychiatry 2021; 30:1263-1271. [PMID: 32839872 PMCID: PMC8310848 DOI: 10.1007/s00787-020-01614-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2019] [Accepted: 08/01/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
Abstract
Antipsychotic-induced weight gain is a major health concern in children and adolescents. The aim of this study was to identify risk factors for weight gain during short-, middle- and long-term treatment with antipsychotic drugs in this young population. We analysed a combined prospective and a retrospective observational cohort of Dutch children and adolescents, starting with risperidone, aripiprazole or pipamperone treatment. Linear mixed models were used to test whether sex, age, baseline body-mass-index (BMI) z score, type of antipsychotic, dose equivalent/kg, duration of use, previous antipsychotic use, ethnicity, physical exercise, IQ, concomitant medication, and psychiatric classification predicted the BMI z score for a follow-up of < 15 weeks, 15-52 weeks or > 52 weeks. A total of 144 patients were included with a median [interquartile range ([IQR)] age of 9 (4) years and median follow-up of 30 (73) weeks. During the complete follow-up, the median (IQR) weight gain was 0.37 (0.95) BMI z score points. Antipsychotic-induced weight gain was found to be most pronounced during the first 15 weeks of use (BMI z score increase per week β = 0.02, 95% CI 0.01-0.03, p = 0.002). A higher baseline BMI z score and the absence of stimulant use were associated with a higher BMI z score during the entire follow-up and after 15 weeks, respectively. Previous treatment with an antipsychotic drug was associated with less weight gain during the first 15 weeks of treatment. Our findings underscore the importance of close patient monitoring during the first weeks of antipsychotic treatment with a focus on patients with a high baseline BMI z score.
Collapse
|
14
|
Rafaniello C, Sullo MG, Carnovale C, Pozzi M, Stelitano B, Radice S, Bernardini R, Rossi F, Clementi E, Capuano A. We Really Need Clear Guidelines and Recommendations for Safer and Proper Use of Aripiprazole and Risperidone in a Pediatric Population: Real-World Analysis of EudraVigilance Database. Front Psychiatry 2020; 11:550201. [PMID: 33343407 PMCID: PMC7738432 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2020.550201] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2020] [Accepted: 10/20/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
Abstract
Background: Although aripiprazole and risperidone are used widespread in pediatrics, there are still limited pieces of evidence on their actual safety profile. By using the EudraVigilance database, we carried out an analysis to perform a comprehensive overview of reported adverse events among children and adolescents treated with aripiprazole and risperidone. Methods: Descriptive analysis was performed of all individual case safety reports (ISCRs) submitted to EudraVigilance associated with aripiprazole and risperidone and related to the pediatric population from 2016 to 2018. Results: A total of 855 and 2,242 ISCRs for aripiprazole and risperidone, respectively, were recorded for a total of 11,042 suspected adverse drug reactions (2,993 for aripiprazole and 8,049 for risperidone). Most ISCRs were related to male patients (65.0 and 86.3% for aripiprazole and risperidone, respectively) and were serious (81.0 and 94.1% for aripiprazole and risperidone, respectively). Schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders, such as disruptive, impulse-control, and conduct disorders, and autism spectrum disorder were the top three clinical indications for aripiprazole (19.0, 16.1, and 11.6%, respectively). For risperidone, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (25.4%), disruptive, impulse-control, and conduct disorders (17.1%), and bipolar and related disorders (14.2%) were more commonly reported as clinical indications. Data also showed a high proportion of use for clinical conditions not authorized in children. Psychiatric disorders were the main related adverse events for aripiprazole (20.2%), and among these, suicidal behavior was one of the most reported (14.9%). Reproductive system and breast disorders were the main related adverse events for risperidone (19.8%), and gynecomastia was the most reported event; metabolism and nutrition disorders, mainly reported as weight gain disorders, were more reported in children (3-11 years) than in adolescents (12-17 years). Conclusions: Our results demonstrate that spontaneously reported adverse events associated with aripiprazole and risperidone reflect what is already known in terms of safety profile, although with about 90% of them being serious. This analysis stresses the need for further studies and effective training and information activities to better define the actual benefit/risk ratio of these drugs in pediatric patients.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Concetta Rafaniello
- Section of Pharmacology "L. Donatelli", Department of Experimental Medicine, Campania Regional Centre for Pharmacovigilance and Pharmacoepidemiology, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
| | - Maria Giuseppa Sullo
- Section of Pharmacology "L. Donatelli", Department of Experimental Medicine, Campania Regional Centre for Pharmacovigilance and Pharmacoepidemiology, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
| | - Carla Carnovale
- Unit of Clinical Pharmacology, Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences L. Sacco, "Luigi Sacco" University Hospital, Università di Milano, Milan, Italy
| | - Marco Pozzi
- Scientific Institute Istituto di Ricovero e Cura a Carattere Scientifico-IRCCS E. Medea, Bosisio Parini, Italy
| | - Barbara Stelitano
- Section of Pharmacology "L. Donatelli", Department of Experimental Medicine, Campania Regional Centre for Pharmacovigilance and Pharmacoepidemiology, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
| | - Sonia Radice
- Unit of Clinical Pharmacology, Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences L. Sacco, "Luigi Sacco" University Hospital, Università di Milano, Milan, Italy
| | - Renato Bernardini
- Unit of Clinical Toxicology, Department of Biomedical and Biotechnological Sciences, University Hospital, Catania, Italy
| | - Francesco Rossi
- Section of Pharmacology "L. Donatelli", Department of Experimental Medicine, Campania Regional Centre for Pharmacovigilance and Pharmacoepidemiology, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
| | - Emilio Clementi
- Unit of Clinical Pharmacology, Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences L. Sacco, "Luigi Sacco" University Hospital, Università di Milano, Milan, Italy.,Scientific Institute Istituto di Ricovero e Cura a Carattere Scientifico-IRCCS E. Medea, Bosisio Parini, Italy
| | - Annalisa Capuano
- Section of Pharmacology "L. Donatelli", Department of Experimental Medicine, Campania Regional Centre for Pharmacovigilance and Pharmacoepidemiology, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
| |
Collapse
|
15
|
Cicala G, Barbieri MA, Santoro V, Tata C, Colucci PV, Vanadia F, Drago F, Russo C, Cutroneo PM, Gagliano A, Spina E, Germanò E. Safety and Tolerability of Antipsychotic Drugs in Pediatric Patients: Data From a 1-Year Naturalistic Study. Front Psychiatry 2020; 11:152. [PMID: 32265749 PMCID: PMC7108128 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2020.00152] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2019] [Accepted: 02/18/2020] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
Abstract
Background: Antipsychotic drugs (APs) are increasingly used to treat a variety of psychiatric disorders in children and adolescents. However, their safety and tolerability profiles, when used in a developmental age context, show different characteristics from the ones observed in adult patients. Treatment with APs in pediatric patients is often long-term. However, the tolerability data regarding these patients mostly derive from short-term studies. Methods: Starting from April 2017, for a 1-year period, patients between 4 and 18 years of age followed by five units of developmental age neuropsychiatry, who initiated a treatment with at least an AP (ATC class N05A) were included into the study. Patient-related data have been collected at baseline and regularly thereafter, as allowed by the clinical routine. Changes to continuous variables over time have been analyzed using a linear mixed model in subsamples of our population treated with risperidone or aripiprazole. Results: During the observation period, 158 patients were initially enrolled, but only 116 completed 12 months of therapy with an AP. Risperidone was the most used AP (n = 52) followed by aripiprazole (n = 44) and olanzapine (n = 7). For both the aripiprazole and risperidone groups, the mean body mass index (BMI) (P < 0.001 for both groups) and heart rate (P = 0.026 for aripiprazole group and P < 0.001 for the risperidone one) values significantly increased over time. The mean prolactin concentration value significantly increased over time only in the risperidone group (P = 0.04). Eighty-six patients experienced at least one adverse drug reaction (ADR), accounting for a total of 238 specific reactions, with the most frequent being weight gain (n = 34), increased serum prolactin levels (n = 21), hyperphagia (n = 20), and hypercholesterolemia (n = 14). Among these, only 24 ADRs were classifiable as serious. Conclusions: The results of this study confirm that risperidone and aripiprazole are relatively well-tolerated therapeutic options for the treatment of a variety of psychiatric disorders in pediatric patients. However, in findings such as statistically significant increments of BMI and heart rate mean values, the variations over time in prolactin levels observed with risperidone and the differences between the two drugs remark the necessity of systematic monitoring.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Giuseppe Cicala
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
| | - Maria A Barbieri
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
| | - Vincenza Santoro
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
| | - Carmela Tata
- Childhood and Adolescence Neuropsychiatry, Azienda Sanitaria Provinciale 8, Syracuse, Italy
| | - Pia V Colucci
- Complex Operative Unit of Neurology for Mental Retardation, IRCCS Oasi Maria SS, Enna, Italy
| | - Francesca Vanadia
- Childhood Neuropsychiatry, Arnas Civico di Cristina Benfratelli, Palermo, Italy
| | - Flavia Drago
- Childhood Neuropsychiatry, Arnas Civico di Cristina Benfratelli, Palermo, Italy
| | - Carmelita Russo
- Childhood Neuropsychiatry, S. Marta and S. Venera Hospital, Azienda Sanitaria Provinciale 3, Catania, Italy
| | - Paola M Cutroneo
- Regional Pharmacovigilance Center, Siciliy, AOU Policlinico G. Martino, Messina, Italy
| | - Antonella Gagliano
- Child and Adolescent Neuropsychiatry, Department of Biomedical Sciences, University of Cagliari and "G. Brotzu" Hospital Trust, Cagliari, Italy
| | - Edoardo Spina
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy.,Regional Pharmacovigilance Center, Siciliy, AOU Policlinico G. Martino, Messina, Italy
| | - Eva Germanò
- Department of Adulthood and Developmental Age Human Pathology "Gaetano Barresi", University of Messina, Messina, Italy
| |
Collapse
|
16
|
Bartram LA, Lozano J, Coury DL. Aripiprazole for treating irritability associated with autism spectrum disorders. Expert Opin Pharmacother 2019; 20:1421-1427. [DOI: 10.1080/14656566.2019.1626825] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
Affiliation(s)
- Lindsay A. Bartram
- Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Columbus, OH, USA
| | - Juan Lozano
- Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Columbus, OH, USA
| | - Daniel L. Coury
- Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Columbus, OH, USA
| |
Collapse
|