Assessment of Off-Label Psychotropic Drug Use in Children and Adolescents: A Multi-Center Cross-Sectional Study in China.

Key Points

• This study aims to evaluate the prevalence of off-label use of psychotropic drugs among children and adolescents.
• Conducted a multi-center cross-sectional assessment across various locations in China.
• Collected data on prescribed psychotropic drugs and their labeled indications.
• Analyzed results to determine the extent of off-label usage.
• Found high rates of off-label use of psychotropic drugs in the studied populations.
• Indicated a need for more evidence-based prescribing practices in pediatric care.