Antipsychotics and Cholinesterase Inhibitors Linked to Increase Fall Risk For Elderly Users: Study
A new study warns that the use of antipsychotics and some Alzheimer's disease drugs can increase the risk of elderly falls and fractures.
Tag Archives: Antipsychotics
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Antipsychotic Use May Be Linked to Increased Dementia Risk, Researchers Warn
Researchers now theorize that antipsychotics may increase the risk of dementia due to their effects on the brain.
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Most Antipsychotics May Increase the Risk of Breast Cancer in Women with Schizophrenia: Study
A new study warns that some types of antipsychotics may increase the risk of breast cancer in women.
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Antipsychotics Targeting Dopamine Receptors May Cause High Sugar Levels, Weight Gain: Study
The findings of a new study appear to reveal why antipsychotics cause weight gain and how it could be avoided in new mental health medications.
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Psychiatric Drugs Misused By A Third of Youths Prescribed Medications: Study
A third of teens say they misuse the psychiatric drugs they are prescribed, according to the findings of a new study.
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Invega Sustenna Lawsuit Claims Nursing Home Illegally Injected Dementia Resident With Antipsychotic Drug
A lawsuit filed against a Florida assisted living facility indicates it gave an elderly resident multiple doses of the antipsychotic Invega, despite express warnings not to give the drug to…
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Antipsychotics Boxed Warning Curbed Use As “Chemical Restraint” In Nursing Homes: Study
A new study finds that FDA warnings reduced the use of antipsychotics as chemical restraints on elderly nursing home residents, but in many cases, the facilities may have switched to…
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Haldol Side Effects and Minimal Benefits Make Drug Unsuitable for Treating Delirium: Study
A new study finds that Haldol and similar antipsychotics do not provide significant benefits when used to treat delirium, and may increase the risk of heart problems.
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High Doses of Antipsychotics Increase The Risk Of Death Among Children: Study
A new study warns that antipsychotics at high doses appear to increase the risk of unexpected death for children.
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One-Third Of Foster Kids Prescribed Psych Drugs Without Treatment Plan, Federal Report Warns
Federal investigators report that a third of foster care children in the U.S. prescribed psychotropic drugs are given no treatment plan or medical monitoring while taking the powerful medications.