Too many older adults are taking risky sedative medications
A recent investigation in Quebec uncovered a concerning trend: benzodiazepines — medications commonly used for sleep or anxiety — are being overprescribed. This investigation has prompted the Quebec College of Physicians to closely examine the usage of these medications. But this issue extends beyond Quebec’s borders; across Canada, these medications are being prescribed at alarming rates.
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Too many older adults are taking risky sedative medications originally appeared in KevinMD.com.
Source: Kevin, M.D. - Medical Weblog - Category: General Medicine Authors: Wendy Levinson, MD and Christine Soong, MD Tags: Meds Geriatrics Medications Source Type: blogs
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