- THURSDAY, Feb. 23 (HealthDay News) Compared to other antipsychotic drugs, haloperidol (Haldol) raises the risk of death in elderly patients with dementia, a new study finds. One outside expert believes the finding should aid in dementia care. (US News and World Report)
- Some antipsychotic medication may increase the risk of death in patients with dementia more than others, according to US research. The drugs have a powerful sedative effect so are often used when dementia patients become aggressive or distressed. (Huffington Post)
- She said 'This research supports existing studies that have shown antipsychotics can raise the risk of death, particularly when used over the longer term. (Daily Mail)
- "It is clear that this drug carries an increased risk for death in elderly patients with dementia and should not be used. (WebMD)
- But researchers have warned that they double the risk of early death – leading to an estimated 'We want to reduce the level of antipsychotics prescribing for people with dementia by two-thirds. (Daily Mail)
- Elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis treated with hyperosmolar coma, or death, has been reported in patients treated with atypical antipsychotics, including Quetiapine. (Xagena Medical News)
Friday, February 24, 2012
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