Pharmacological alternatives to antipsychotics to manage BPSD

Non‐pharmacological management remains the initial approach for behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD). However, pharmacological management has a role in specific situations. Here, the authors examine the pharmacological management of elderly patients with dementia and challenging behaviour and aim to raise awareness of the risk of complications associated with first‐ and second‐generation antipsychotic medications.
Source: Progress in Neurology and Psychiatry - Category: Neurology Authors: Tags: Review Source Type: research