These Commonly Prescribed Medications May Increase Your Risk Of Dementia, Study Finds

USA TODAY, Asbury Park Press
Mon, 06/24/2019 - 5:12pm

A study published Monday found a link between dementia and certain medications, including antidepressants, antipsychotics and antiepileptic drugs.

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