This research aims to analyze the prescribing patterns of CNS-active medications in older adults, particularly focusing on those with cognitive impairment.
Cohort study design
Comparison between older adults with and without cognitive impairment
Analysis of prescribing patterns of CNS-active medications
Identified potential inappropriate CNS-active medications prescribed to older adults
Differences in prescribing patterns noted between those with and without cognitive impairment
Abstract
This cohort study examines prescribing patterns of potentially inappropriate central nervous system (CNS)–active medications among older adults with and without cognitive impairment.