Benzodiazepine Use and Cognition in the Elderly

Amber R. Toombs; Joon Y. Jung; Nicole D. White

doi:10.1177/1559827618767381

Benzodiazepine Use and Cognition in the Elderly

Amber R. Toombs, Joon Y. Jung, Nicole D. White

Department of Pharmacy Practice

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Abstract

Benzodiazepines are commonly prescribed to treat insomnia in the elderly. The use of benzodiazepines in this population has been associated with various risks, including the potential to cause cognitive decline. The purpose of this article is to discuss the relationship between the use of benzodiazepines and cognitive decline, the importance of patient education when prescribing benzodiazepines in this population, and lifestyle modifications that can be used to help treat insomnia in older adults.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	295-297
Number of pages	3
Journal	American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine
Volume	12
Issue number	4
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1177/1559827618767381
State	Published - Jul 1 2018

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

Medicine (miscellaneous)
Health Policy
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

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