Antipsychotic medications linked to increased risk of pneumonia in persons with Alzheimer's disease
Tuesday, August 30, 2016 - 14:42
in Health & Medicine
Antipsychotic medications are associated with an increased risk of pneumonia in persons with Alzheimer's disease, according to new research. The risk of pneumonia was the highest at the beginning of antipsychotic treatment, remaining elevated also in long-term use. No major differences were observed between the most commonly used antipsychotics.