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Alzheimer's & Dementia / Medications

11 Ways to Get Someone with Dementia to Take Medication

Why would someone with Alzheimer’s refuse medication? Getting someone with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia to take their medicine can be...

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10 Medications That Cause Falls in Seniors: Use with Caution

Be aware of common medications that cause falls Falls are a major reason for seniors to lose independence and mobility....

Seniors can get help paying for prescription drugs through a Social Security program called Extra Help

Medicare & Medicaid / Paying for Care

How Seniors Can Get Help Paying for Prescription Drugs

Seniors can get help paying for prescription drugs When older adults aren’t able to afford their prescriptions, they can't follow...

Find out which supplements cause negative interactions with common medications – including medications for blood pressure or heart issues

How Supplements Affect Blood Pressure

Many seniors take vitamins and supplements without knowing that they can cause negative side effects. BuzzRx explains which supplements cause...

Many prescription and over-the-counter medications actually worsen dementia. Find out how to reduce unnecessary medications and hospitalizations.

Overmedication Worsens Dementia: How to Avoid Medication Problems

Sponsored by Geriatric Academy Overmedication in the older adult population is a significant healthcare crisis. In fact, overmedication, or polypharmacy...

Getting prior authorization for medication can be stressful and delay treatment

3 Ways to Get Prescriptions If Prior Authorization for Medication Is Needed

Getting prior authorization for medication can be inconvenient, stressful, and even delay treatment. BuzzRx explains what it is and shares...

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Alzheimer's & Dementia / Medications

Alzheimer’s Cure: Unproven Treatments Harm Senior Health

Alzheimer’s cure claims are ripping off vulnerable families Advertisements for an Alzheimer’s cure are everywhere, especially on the internet. These...

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Medications for Seniors: 14 Questions to Ask Doctors Before Adding a New Drug

Check to avoid serious issues when adding new medications for seniors Most older adults take multiple medications, so it’s important...

FDA-approved medications for Alzheimer’s treatment help reduce cognitive & behavioral symptoms

Alzheimer's & Dementia / Medications

6 FDA-Approved Medications for Alzheimer’s Treatment

Note: This article hasn't yet been updated to include the recently FDA-approved medications Aduhelm (aducanumab) and Leqembi (lecanemab-irmb). Alzheimer’s medication...

Black and Decker’s Pria makes senior medication management safer and easier

4 Tips to Make Senior Medication Management Safer and Easier

It can be challenging for seniors to stay on track with their medications, but getting doses wrong or mixing up...

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