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Prolonged Use of Anticholinergic Drugs Could Increase Dementia Risk

Prolonged use of anticholinergic agents, especially in adults over the age of 45 years may increase the risk of dementia according to a recent study conducted by the University of East Anglia, UK. The findings of the study appear in the British Medical Journal.

association between anticholinergics and increases dementia risk - long-term use of anticholinergics increase risk of dementia in older adults - alternative agents should be considered in older adults

Prolonged Use of Anticholinergic Drugs Could Increase Dementia Risk

Drugs with anticholinergic activity used to treat other conditions may be associated with an increased risk of dementia finds study. Read More

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