Exploring the limited use of transdermal medications in psychiatry: Challenges and potential solutions

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World Journal of Methodology

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World J Methodol. Dec 20, 2024; 14(4): 96145
Published online Dec 20, 2024. doi: 10.5662/wjm.v14.i4.96145

Exploring the limited use of transdermal medications in psychiatry: Challenges and potential solutions

Mandeep Kaur, Meera Patel, Elizabeth Monis

Mandeep Kaur, Meera Patel, Elizabeth Monis, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Fayetteville, NC 28305, United States

Author contributions: Kaur M designed the research study; Kaur M, Patel M, Monis E performed the research and wrote the manuscript; Kaur M revised the manuscript.

Conflict-of-interest statement: All the authors declare that they have no conflict of interest.

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Corresponding author: Mandeep Kaur, MD, Assistant Professor, Staff Physician, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, 711 Executive Place, 4^th Floor, Fayetteville, NC 28305, United States. mandy.drmandeep@gmail.com

Received: April 28, 2024
Revised: June 29, 2024
Accepted: July 10, 2024
Published online: December 20, 2024
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Core Tip

Core Tip: The field of psychiatry is advancing at an exponential rate. The advancements made in the diagnostic and treatment modalities for various psychiatric conditions is exemplary. Transdermal route of medication delivery has been around for past few decades, however, this route has not been a favorable route in psychiatry practices due to various biochemical, patient as well as clinician preferences. In this editorial article we discuss this issue and bring forward some potential solutions to make transdermal medication delivery as a viable option in the area of psychiatry.