Broad class of drug linked to 50% higher risk of dementia in older adults
By
Alicia Lasek
Jun 24, 2019
A class of drug commonly prescribed to treat everything from depression to Parkinson’s disease may raise long-term risk of dementia by as much as 50%.
Meds linked to dementia risk
By
Elizabeth Newman
Mar 04, 2015
A high use of anticholinergic medications has been linked to an increased risk of developing dementia, according to a new study.
Nursing homes tend to administer high-risk medications to returning residents, study shows
By
Tim Mullaney
Sep 12, 2014
Nursing homes may be ratcheting up high-risk medication use for certain residents who return to the facility after a stay in the hospital, according to recently published findings.
Anticholinergics impair seniors: report
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jun 01, 2013
Cognitive impairment can result when older adults are taking or given medications with strong anticholinergic effects, a new study has found.
Botox and oral meds equally effective in treating incontinence in women, study says
By
McKnight's Staff
Oct 05, 2012
Botox injections and oral medications both work well in reducing urinary incontinence in women, though Botox is more likely to completely resolve symptoms, a recent study showed.