Stroke risk in elderly treated with antipsychotics is newly linked to specific drug actions

(Elsevier) Antipsychotic administration in the elderly is associated with an increased risk for cerebrovascular accident, more commonly known as stroke; a new study published in Biological Psychiatry provides additional insight into this important relationship. (Source: EurekAlert! - Social and Behavioral Science)

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