Use of Folate and Its Derivatives in Depression

<p>Can L-methylfolate help in depression treatment? Should we indicate it to all patients with depression? In this episode, we discuss the metabolic pathways for folic acid, when to indicate L-methylfolate, and when to perform genetic testing for methyltetrahydrofolate reductase (MTFR) enzymes. </p> <p>Faculty: Jim Phelps, M.D.<br /> Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.</p> <ul> <li><strong><a href= "https://psychopharmacologyinstitute.com/cme-program?section=pricing&utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_campaign=[Libsyn]OPC200" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Learn more about our memberships here</a></strong></li> <li><a href= "https://psychopharmacologyinstitute.com/publication/quick-take-vol-41-2670?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_campaign=[Libsyn]OPC200" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Earn 0.5 CMEs: Quick Take Vol. 41</strong></a></li> <li><a href= "https://psychopharmacologyinstitute.com/section/the-potential-use-of-folate-and-its-derivatives-in-treating-psychiatric-disorders-a-systematic-review-2670-5262?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_campaign=[Libsyn]OPC200" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>The Potential Use of Folate and Its Derivatives in Treating Psychiatric Disorders: A Systematic Review</strong></a></li> </ul>