title: Psychotropic medications for pediatric functional gastrointestinal disorders.
abstract: We describe the use of psychotropic medications in the treatment of functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) in children based on available data. We address their safety and efficacy. Most pediatric gastroenterologists do not or are not able to collaborate with child psychiatrists, so it may be beneficial for pediatric gastroenterologists to have a working knowledge of off-label psychotropic drugs to improve functional symptoms. We recommend that efforts be made to involve both the children and their families from the beginning, adverse effects be mentioned, and the treatment plan be explained.
authors.affiliation: *Willis-Knighton Pediatric Gastroenterology & Research, Shreveport †Louisiana State University and Children's Hospital, New Orleans.
authors.forename: Sunny Z
authors.initials: SZ
authors.lastname: Hussain
authors.forename: Paul E
authors.initials: PE
authors.lastname: Hyman
mesh_terms: D015746:Abdominal Pain / Q000188:drug therapy; D000293:Adolescent; D059350:Chronic Pain / Q000188:drug therapy; D005767:Gastrointestinal Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy*; D006801:Humans; D056687:Off-Label Use / Q000941:ethics / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D011619:Psychotropic Drugs / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*
chemical_list: D011619:Psychotropic Drugs