The FDA determined that death rates are higher for elderly people with dementia when taking this medication. A review of data has found a risk with conventional antipsychotics as well. Antipsychotic medications are not FDA-approved for the treatment of behavioral disorders in patients with dementia....
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Also, anticholinergic drugs are linked to an increased riskof dementiawith long-term use. If you take these medications, make sure you check with your doctor about how long you need to take them. Although technologies likepill dispensersandmedical alert systemsare a partial solution for safety an...
Usually to augment therapy, not first-line ClonidineandGuanfacine(not to be confused with guaifenesin which we use for coughs) What antidepressants do not have FDA approval for use in ADHD but may augment therapy? TCA:Imipramine, Nortriptyline ...
If you have type 2, you can lower high blood sugar levels withdiet, exercise, and oraldrugsthat either make the body more sensitive to insulin or help the pancreas release more insulin. Type 2 diabetes is most commonly diagnosed in middle-aged and older adults, but it can also occur in ...
The antipsychotic risperidone (Risperdal) may increase the risk ofcerebrovascularevents, such asstroke, in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis. Patients taking the antipsychotic quetiapine (Seroquel) should be examined for cataracts and other changes to the eyes. This drug may also cause di...
Acute confusionMedicationsDrugsPreventionSummaryBackground Delirium is a common, but potentially preventable complication of acute illness that is associated with important adverse outcomes including increased length of hospital admission, risk of dementia and admission to long-term care. In-hospital risk ...
It is generally similar to tolterodine, but it has a longer half-life and needs to be taken once a day. Darifenacin (Enablex) is also a newer anticholinergic medicine for treating overactive bladder with fewer side effects, such as confusion. Therefore, it may be more helpful in the ...
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Darifenacin (Enablex) has the least confusion-type side effects and is recommended for the elderly with dementia. It is also taken once daily. Fesoterodine fumarate (Toviaz) is a once a day medication. A new class of medication called beta-3 adrenergic agonists may result in less dry mouth...