The medications include hayfever treatments like Piriton, Cetirizine and Loratadine and stomach issue relief such as Buscopan ...

The findings were alarming. People who took at least one anticholinergic drug had a 47% higher risk of developing memory problems compared to those who didn’t use these drugs. Memory issues are often ...

Dementia, a progressive disorder that impacts memory and independence, affects millions globally. While many are aware of ...

Although bronchial hyperresponsiveness to cholinergic agents is a main feature of asthma, the role of anticholinergic drugs in chronic asthma management has been largely underestimated.

A new study by found regular use of certain medications can increase the risk of falls, heart attacks, dementia and even ...

For instance, the CRIDECO Anticholinergic Load Scale (CALS) was introduced as an updated scale that includes a broader range of medications compared to the commonly used Anticholinergic Cognitive ...

Benzodiazepines and anticholinergic drugs are common classes of medications. Doctors already knew that some of their side ...

Certainly, demented patients are likely to have conditions that are commonly treated with anticholinergic drugs (e.g., urinary incontinence, behavioral symptoms). However, these patients are ...

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A study links the long-term use of some drugs with a higher risk ... The study found no risk with other anticholinergic medicines used to treat common conditions such as hay fever, travel sickness ...