Spotlight commentary: The role of therapeutic drug monitoring in optimizing treatment with antipsychotic medicines.

The article discusses the importance of therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) in optimizing treatment with antipsychotic medications. It emphasizes the need for personalized treatment regimens and effective communication between healthcare providers and patients. The article also provides a detailed overview of typical and atypical antipsychotic medications, their dosages, indications, and monitoring levels. Additionally, it highlights the challenges and benefits of TDM in psychiatric practice, including the impact of factors like age, sex, genetics, and drug interactions on treatment outcomes. The study underscores the potential of TDM in improving treatment efficacy, reducing adverse effects, and enhancing patient safety, while acknowledging the need for further research to establish clear concentration-effect relationships for newer antipsychotics. [Extracted from the article]