Benzodiazepines in older adults a review of clinical effectiveness, cost-effectiveness, and guidelines

The use of benzodiazepines has been associated with several adverse effects including, ataxia, dizziness, over-sedation, anterograde amnesia, and dependence. The severity of adverse effects, particularly those associated with the central nervous system, may be greater in older adults. Therefore, clo...

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Main Authors: McIntosh, Brendan, Clark, Michelle (Author), Spry, Carolyn (Author)
Corporate Author: Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Ottaw, ON Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health January 2011, 2011
Series:Rapid response report : peer-reviewed summary with critical appraisal
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Collection: National Center for Biotechnology Information - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
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  • Includes bibliographical references