There is a risk of the muscle injury rhabdomyolysis with Aricept (donepezil), a drug commonly used to manage cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s patients. This is according to a recent study published online by CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal), “Risk of rhabdomyolysis with donepezil compared with rivastigmine or galantamine: a … [Read more...]
CNN Investigates Over-Prescription of Nuedexta in Nursing Homes
Late last week, CNN reported on the possible inappropriate prescribing of the drug Nuedexta in nursing homes in their article, "The little red pill being pushed on the elderly." Nuedexta is indicated for the treatment of pseudobulbar affect (PBA), a disorder estimated to affect less than 1% of all Americans. DailyMed provides the following … [Read more...]