Common Drug Combo May Raise Seizure Risk in Nursing Home Residents, Study Finds

The study analyzed residents taking tramadol with a range of antidepressants.
Common Drug Combo May Raise Seizure Risk in Nursing Home Residents, Study Finds
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A common mix of medications prescribed in nursing homes may raise the risk of seizures in older adults, according to a new study.

The study, published in Neurology, the journal of the American Academy of Neurology, analyzed prescription and health records from more than 70,000 long-term care residents.
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Cara Michelle Miller is a freelance writer and holistic health educator. She taught at the Pacific College of Health and Science in NYC for 12 years and led communication seminars for engineering students at The Cooper Union. She now writes articles with a focus on integrative care and holistic modalities.