Warfarin in Afib Patients Risk of Dementia
Warfarin Associated with Higher Rates of Dementia in Afib Patients. A study found that patients with atrial fibrillation, an abnormal heart rhythm that increases the risk for a blood clot, had a higher risk of dementia when taking the blood thinner warfarin compared to patients who do not have atrial fibrillation. Data was gathered … [Read more...] about Warfarin in Afib Patients Risk of Dementia
Increased Dementia Risk for Prostate Cancer Patients Undergoing ADT
A study published in JAMA Oncology stated that androgen deprivation therapy (ADT), a standard treatment for men with prostate cancer, may raise the risk of dementia. The use of ADT has increased dramatically in the last few decades with as many as 500,000 men currently receiving ADT in the United States. “ADT has a demonstrated … [Read more...] about Increased Dementia Risk for Prostate Cancer Patients Undergoing ADT
Popular Heartburn Medications Side Effects
Studies Linked Heartburn Medications To Kidney Disease. The American Heart Association, in a study published in the May 2016 issue of Circulation Research, warns of possibly life-threatening side effects of some widely used heartburn medications. Nexium, Prilosec, and other proton pump inhibitors (PPI) medications have … [Read more...] about Popular Heartburn Medications Side Effects
Studies Link Heartburn Medications to Risk of Kidney Damage Dementia
Heartburn Medications Connected To Kidney Damage Failure. Possible risks of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) such as Prilosec, Nexium and Prevacid, may include kidney damage and dementia, research suggests. PPIs are a common class of heartburn medications that work by reducing the amount of acid produced by the stomach. The findings in … [Read more...] about Studies Link Heartburn Medications to Risk of Kidney Damage Dementia
Antipsychotic Medications Risk of Early Death in Dementia Patients
Antipsychotic Medications Implicated In Early Death. When dementia patients develop aggressive or violent behavior, antipsychotic medications are sometimes used to subdue symptoms. However, a study recently published in JAMA Psychiatry suggests that the use of antipsychotic medications can increase the risk of early … [Read more...] about Antipsychotic Medications Risk of Early Death in Dementia Patients
Updated Hormone Replacement Warnings
Hormone Replacement Increase Risk Of Alzheimer's. The government told makers of hormone replacement therapies Tuesday to add yet another warning to their labels that hormones may increase older women's risk of Alzheimer's or other types of dementia. Since last year, products containing estrogen and progestin have had to … [Read more...] about Updated Hormone Replacement Warnings
Hormone Therapy Doubles Risk of Dementia
Hormone Therapy May Cause Dementia. A study released Tuesday adds to the health risks of hormone replacement therapy for post-menopausal women because it concludes the medications can double the risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Hormones such as estrogen and progestin long have been used to alleviate … [Read more...] about Hormone Therapy Doubles Risk of Dementia
