The Role of Antipsychotics in The Treatment of Agitated Patients After Traumatic Brain Injury

Agitation is frequently observed in patients after traumatic brain injury and this clinical status is not only dangerous for the patient himself (risk of self-injury) and others, but also impedes medical management and hampers clinical assessment. Antipsychotics are part of the armamentarium for the treatment of this disorder in the clinical setting. Although, they are effective in dealing with agitation, they also affect level of consciousness and can have potential adverse effects on post-traumatic recovery. We present the experience of our department regarding the use of these drugs in agitated patients after traumatic brain injury and especially patients that do not need surgical intervention.