A clinical trial of the effectiveness of regularly scheduled versus as-needed administration of acetaminophen in the management of discomfort in older adults with dementia

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A study is conducted to examine whether the regularly scheduled administration of acetaminophen is more or less effective than as-needed (prn) administration of acetaminophen in reducing discomfort. The findings indicate that no discomfort is found between the trail arms after controlling for baseline discomfort and prn use of acetaminophen.

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Potential for alcohol and prescription drug interactions in older people

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The patterns and preponderance of accompanying alcohol and alcohol-interactive drug use in elderly persons are analyzed. Physicians should make the patients aware of the risk involved in concomitant use of alcohol and alcohol-interactiveprescription drug.

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Effect of acetaminophen on behavior, well-being, and psychotropic medication use in nursing home residents with moderate-to-severe dementia

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The impact of the regular administration of acetaminophen, an analgesic drug, on behavior and emotional balance is examined. The use of psychotropic medication in nursing home residents with varying degrees of dementia is also studied.

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