If you opened your medicine cabinet right now, chances are you’d find an anticholinergic medication. These drugs have been around for decades and are used for a range of common conditions including ...
For the millions of people worldwide living with dementia, medication management presents unique challenges. While certain drugs help manage symptoms and slow cognitive decline, others can ...
Anticholinergic burden refers to the cumulative effect of taking one or more medications with anticholinergic properties, which inhibit the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. In older adults, an ...
While you’re focused on eating brain-healthy foods and staying mentally sharp, some medications sitting in your medicine cabinet could be silently undermining your cognitive health. Two widely ...
The study found that consistent use of certain widely-prescribed medications for bladder disorders, Parkinson's disease, and depression could significantly increase dementia risk in older adults ...
Dementia, a progressive disorder that impacts memory and independence, affects millions globally. While many are aware of ...
Credit: Getty Images In a 3-part series, authors discussed the neurocognitive impact of long-term medications in patients with CKD. Patients with CKD may be more susceptible to cognitive adverse drug ...