Trazadone associated with similar risk of falls and major fractures as antipsychotics in seniors with dementia

(Canadian Medical Association Journal) As physicians attempt to decrease antipsychotic use in seniors with dementia, they need to be aware that trazadone, frequently used as an alternative, is associated with a similar risk of falls and major fractures as atypical antipsychotics, according to new research in CMAJ.

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