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Meds that May Increase Dementia Risk

Antimicrobials, anti-inflammatories, and vaccines were associated with reduced dementia risk, while antipsychotics, antidepressants, and diabetes medications were frequently associated with increased dementia risk.

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    Systematic review of 14 studies analyzed over 130 million patients regarding dementia risk medications.

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    Antimicrobials, anti-inflammatories, and vaccines associated with reduced dementia risk.

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    Antipsychotics, antidepressants, and diabetes medications frequently associated with increased dementia risk.

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    Reverse causation is a concern as these medications may be prescribed for early dementia symptoms.

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    Research suggests the need for further investigation to refine causal inference and assess potential drug repurposing strategies.

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Meds that May Increase Dementia Risk

Antimicrobials, anti-inflammatories, and vaccines were associated with reduced dementia risk, while antipsychotics, antidepressants, and diabetes medications were frequently associated with increased dementia risk.

  • by Kathryn Wighton

  • February 6, 2025

  • 3 min

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