Atropinic (Anticholinergic) Burden in Antipsychotic ‐Treated Patients

This study showed high values of anticholinergic burden in patients receiving antipsychotics. Thus, considering the potential noxious clinical impact of atropinic properties on cognitive functions, an appropriate approach should be to reduce prescription of antipsychotics with a high anticholinergic burden but also coprescription of other frequently associated atropinic drugs, like antiparkinsonians, H1 antihistamines or imipraminic antidepressants in these patients. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
Source: Fundamental and Clinical Pharmacology - Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Tags: Original Article Source Type: research