The Prescription Cascade
Explore the implications of polypharmacy and the medication cascade in elder care. Learn how healthcare professionals can address this issue and enhance medication management for older adults.
Medication for Parkinson’s Disease
A brief look at Parkinson’s Disease and the medications used to help alleviate symptoms.
Medication for Dementia - Aducanumab
A deep dive into aducanumab, a newly approved medication for Alzheimer’s disease that is surrounded by controversy.
Antidepressant Medications
A deep dive into the wide world of antidepressant medications. Depression is very common in the general population, and this is reflected in the elderly population. Depression can be missed because of the complexity of aging, and treatment is readily available!
Medication for Dementia - Memantine
A deep dive into the medication memantine, also known as Namenda, which is used in the treatment of moderate to severe Alzheimer’s disease
Medication for Dementia - Donepezil
A deep dive into the most commonly prescribed medication for Alzheimer’s disease, donepezil.
Anticholinergic Burden
A deep dive into the medication related topic of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine and the side effects of anti-acetylcholine medications.
