April 15, 2008

Antipsychotic Drugs Increase Risk Of Developing Pneumonia In Elderly, Study Suggests

ScienceDaily
Elderly patients who use antipsychotic drugs have a 60 percent increased risk of developing pneumonia compared to non-users. This risk is highest in the first week following prescription and decreases gradually thereafter. Antipsychotic drugs are frequently used in elderly patients for the treatment of psychosis and behavioral problems associated with dementia and delirium. This study [...]