Inappropriate Use of Antipsychotics as Nursing Home Chemical Restraints to Be Investigated By CMS
Federal regulators have announced a new investigation into the nationwide use of antipsychotics as chemical restraints in nursing homes.
Federal regulators have announced a new investigation into the nationwide use of antipsychotics as chemical restraints in nursing homes.
Researchers now theorize that antipsychotics may increase the risk of dementia due to their effects on the brain.
A new study warns that some types of antipsychotics may increase the risk of breast cancer in women.
A new study warns that some blood pressure medications may increase the risk of schizophrenia and associated symptoms.
The FDA warns that clozapine can cause potentially severe bowel problems which could result in injury, hospitalization or death.