Due to the excessive and inappropriate prescription of psychotropic medications, ten medical professionals have been held professionally accountable: one had their medical license permanently revoked, eight had their right to practice restricted, and one received a written warning. This was reported in a statement issued by the Ministry of Health.

According to the ministry, it was determined that doctors were issuing prescriptions for psychotropic medications without proper justification, diagnosis, or consultation with patients.

“The identified violations in individual cases were referred to investigative authorities for legal evaluation. Cases of inappropriate prescription of medications were reviewed by the Ministry of Health’s Professional Development Council. The council identified critical shortcomings and risks. It was found that doctors were issuing prescriptions for psychotropic medications without proper justification, diagnosis, or consultation with patients. In some cases, a single patient was prescribed multiple highly potent psychotropic medications simultaneously, such as Lyrica, Diazepam, and Baclofen. In certain instances, prescriptions were issued by doctors who did not have the required authorization. Additionally, medications were sometimes dispensed at doses two to three times higher than the recommended daily dose,” the ministry stated.

Health Minister Mikheil Sarjveladze emphasized that the violations identified through monitoring and analysis require appropriate action, which will be carried out in accordance with current legislation. The ministry is also working on updating the regulatory framework to reduce similar risks and strengthen control mechanisms.

Council members noted that, in the process of eliminating the misuse of psychotropic medications, the role of doctors is crucial, as is the strict adherence to professional and ethical standards.