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Cafer's Psychopharmacology 1st Edition
Free with code THANKSREDDIT good through ~Jan 4, 2026 Or subscribe here for PDFs of several books.

Jason Cafer MD
Jul 19, 20201 min read


The only medication contraindicated with lithium
According to The Lithium Handbook (Meyer & Stahl 2023), the only medication that "should not be combined with lithium" is this ACE inhibitor.

Jason Cafer MD
Dec 213 min read


Here it is! Prescribing Lithium: Cafer's Psychopharmacology 2nd Edition Series
PDF available to subscribers here To excel in psychopharmacology, one must master lithium. Patients with mood disorders do best when their provider manages lithium safely and effectively. Research consistently shows that appropriate use improves outcomes, reduces suicide risk, and may even prevent Alzheimer’s disease and extend healthy lifespan. This is a lithium-centric pharmacology book . Outside of The Lithium Handbook by Meyer & Stahl (2023), reliable prescribing inform

Jason Cafer MD
Aug 243 min read


New Evidence for Lithium Deficiency
Summary of “Lithium deficiency and the onset of Alzheimer’s disease” (Aron et al, Nature, 2025) and comparison of various formulations and dosing of supplemental and clinical lithium

Jason Cafer MD
Aug 98 min read


Cafer's Psychopharmacology Anki Deck
Cafer's Psychopharmacology Anki Deck and intro of musical flashcard concept

Jason Cafer MD
Jul 131 min read


Top 100 Drugs: #3 Lisinopril
Lisinopril (Zestril) medication mascot and visual mnemonics

Jason Cafer MD
Jun 261 min read


Guide to Drug Prefixes and Suffixes With Mnemonics
Guide to Drug Prefixes and Suffixes With Mnemonics

Jason Cafer MD
Jun 267 min read


Understanding Metformin
Metformin is a safe and widely recommended add-on for managing weight gain and metabolic issues caused by psychotropic medications. Its mechanism is surprisingly intriguing—and even bears a biochemical resemblance to cyanide.

Jason Cafer MD
Jun 214 min read


Top 100 Drugs: #1
Atorvastatin (LIPITOR) uh-TOR-vuh-stat-in (LIP-ih-tor) Common Uses: High cholesterol Mascot: “Lippy Tornado” Alternate...

Jason Cafer MD
Jun 191 min read


Announcing First Book of 2nd Edition Series
To truly excel in psychopharmacology, one must master lithium. The next book will feature lithium and mascots for over 100 adjunctive and interacting medications. Anticipated for late May 2025.

Jason Cafer MD
Apr 221 min read


Novel pain medication suzetrigine (JOURNAVX) - is it similar to lamotrigine?
Comparison of -trigine medications suzetrigine and lamotrigine, with mechanisms and mnemonics

Jason Cafer MD
Feb 12 min read


Ketogenic diet for Serious Mental Illness
Ketogenic diet, an established non-pharmacological treatment for epilepsy may hold therapeutic potential for severe mental illness.

Jason Cafer MD
Nov 25, 20244 min read


COBENFY (xanomeline + trospium), related meds—and all things muscarinic—to understand and remember
Cobenfy, xanomeline + trospium, the next-generation antipsychotic is 9 out of 10 a big deal. Understand in context of all things muscarinic

Jason Cafer MD
Sep 30, 20247 min read


"Allergic to Everything but Oxycodone"– AI-produced Medication Mnemonics Song
The song was made with Donna AI Song & Music Maker. It took about 20 takes to get two good-enough versions, which cost approximately $10....

Jason Cafer MD
Jul 13, 20242 min read


Donanemab (KISUNLA) FDA-approved for Alzheimer's: Should we recommend it?
Antibody vs N3pG Aβ is relatively safe but effect size in improved functioning may not be clinically significant, brain atrophy is a concern

Jason Cafer MD
Jul 9, 20248 min read


ONYDA XR for ADHD is pronounced oh nee dah
The alpha-2 agonist clonidine will soon be available as an ER suspension. The generic clonidine tabs are Catapres (IR) and Kapvay (ER).

Jason Cafer MD
May 30, 20243 min read


Repurposing Famotidine for post-COVID Brain Fog, Antipsychotic-Induced Weight Gain, etc.
Medication mascot, interaction avatar, and ballicule for famotidine. This humble acid blocker may improve symptoms of schizophrenia.

Jason Cafer MD
May 20, 20245 min read


Dr Cafer interview on Precision Health & PGX Podcast
Sneak peak of Cafer's Psychopharmacology 2nd Edition: Medication Mascots, Avatars, and Ballicules (2025)

Jason Cafer MD
May 17, 20241 min read


Rhodiola rosea’s Place in the GAD Algorithm
The herbal supplement R. rosea is an adaptogen with some evidence for generalized anxiety. It's a 4th line option on Osser's GAD algorithm.

Jason Cafer MD
May 16, 20243 min read


How Mouthwash may cause Hypertension and Erectile Dysfunction
Mouthwash kills bacteria that produce nitric oxide (NO), resulting in adverse HTN and ED. NO has been implicated in many psych conditions.

Jason Cafer MD
May 15, 20243 min read
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