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. 2015 Jun;40(6):389-97.

Pharmacological therapies for autism spectrum disorder: a review

Sheena LeClerc, Deidra Easley

Pharmacological therapies for autism spectrum disorder: a review

Sheena LeClerc et al. P T. 2015 Jun.

Abstract

Medications are often added to behavioral therapy to help patients with autism spectrum disorder function successfully. This review discusses approved and off-label pharmacotherapeutic options for the various symptoms of the disorder.

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