Atypical antipsychotic ‐associated falls in older adults

Atypical antipsychotics are commonly prescribed for older patients, but their use constitutes an important risk factor associated with falls and resultant hip fracture. A recent analysis of Canadian population‐based claims data showed atypical antipsychotics significantly increased 90‐day risk for falls and various types of fractures. However, research data overall have offered conflicting results. The following study described an emulation analysis with U.S. claims data to evaluate further the risk of falls and fractures in elderly patients receiving atypical antipsychotics.

Source: The Brown University Psychopharmacology Update - February 9, 2018 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Y. W. Francis Lam Tags: Drug ‐Drug Interactions Source Type: research