OBJECTIVES: To determine whether the use of medications with possible and definite
anticholinergic activity increases the risk of cognitive impairment and mortality in older …

Background the long-term effect of the use of drugs with anticholinergic activity on cognitive
function remains unclear. Methods we conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of …

Background: It has been estimated that medication error harms 1–2% of patients admitted to
general hospitals. There has been no previous systematic review of the incidence, cause or …

Objectives Age-related changes mean that the older population can encounter barriers
toward taking medication orally. Further work is needed to identify the characteristics of oral …

Background: The behavioral and psychological symptoms related to dementia (BPSD) are
difficult to manage and are associated with adverse patient outcomes. Objective: To …

Objective: to examine the effect of medications with anticholinergic effects on cognitive
impairment and deterioration in Alzheimer's dementia (AD). Methods: cognitive function was …

Background The prevalence of dementia is increasing rapidly. People with dementia may be
prescribed complex medication regimens, which may be challenging for them and any …

Objectives To assess the association between the use of medications with anticholinergic
activity and the subsequent risk of injurious falls in older adults. Design Prospective …

Background Anticholinergic medication use is linked with increased cognitive decline,
dementia, falls and mortality, and their use should be limited in older people. Here we …

Background Medication discrepancies are common when patients cross organisational
boundaries. However, little is known about the frequency of discrepancies within mental …