Medication

What Is Medication Titration?

Titration means finding the right dose. Learn how PMHNPs adjust psychiatric medications over time.

By Astrude Charles, PMHNP-BCApril 19, 20261 min read

Titration is the process of starting low and increasing gradually to therapeutic effect while minimizing side effects.

Some medications show benefit at lower doses; others require higher doses for full effect.

Rushing titration increases side-effect burden. Patience during the first weeks is important.

Follow-up visits are scheduled specifically to assess whether titration should continue, pause, or change direction.

Open communication about how you feel each week helps your PMHNP titrate effectively.

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