FDA Alert
FDA Alert
05/15/2023
Jessica Ganga
Following two 12-week studies, the FDA has approved the first ever medication for treating agitation in patients with dementia due to Alzheimer disease.
05/15/2023
Practical Updates in Primary Care
clay jackson
Practical Updates in Primary Care
11/17/2022
Agitation in Alzheimer dementia is associated with significant patient burden and long-term adverse effects.
11/17/2022
Alzheimer disease
Alzheimer disease
03/21/2018
Findings from 2 trials that compared various doses of the atypical antipsychotic brexpiprazole with placebo have indicated that the drug may have additional benefits for patients with agitation due to...
03/21/2018
Alzheimer disease
Alzheimer disease
03/08/2018
Researchers recently compared the effects of treatment with an atypical antipsychotic vs placebo for various periods of time among patients with Alzheimer disease psychosis.
03/08/2018
Alzheimer disease
Alzheimer disease
03/14/2017
The patient, caregiver, and treatment team should be well-aligned on their goals and expectations for Alzheimer treatment.
03/14/2017
Technology
Technology
01/10/2017
A recent study examined the utility, feasibility, and safety of tablets as a tool for managing agitation in patients with dementia.
01/10/2017
FAQ
FAQ
08/22/2015
Miranda Manier, BA
Agitation is one of the most challenging symptoms of Alzheimer disease—for both clinicians and caregivers. This FAQ answers the most common questions about recognizing, managing, and treating agitation,...
08/22/2015