Using Benzodiazepines in Geriatric Patients

<p>In this episode, we dive into a topic that's especially relevant for those working with older adults: The use of benzodiazepines and sedative-hypnotics. We explore the unique considerations of prescribing these medications to geriatric patients and the importance of deprescribing them when possible.</p> <p>Faculty: Lauren Gerlach, D.O.<br /> Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.</p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://psychopharmacologyinstitute.com/cme-program?section=pricing&utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_campaign=[Libsyn]OPC223" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Learn more about our memberships here</strong></a></li> <li><a href= "https://psychopharmacologyinstitute.com/publication/updates-on-geriatric-psychopharmacology-2668?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_campaign=[Libsyn]OPC223" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Earn 1.25 CME: Updates on Geriatric Psychopharmacology</strong></a></li> <li><a href= "https://psychopharmacologyinstitute.com/section/considerations-for-using-benzodiazepines-and-benzodiazepine-receptor-agonists-in-the-geriatric-population-2668-5245?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_campaign=[Libsyn]OPC223" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Considerations for Using Benzodiazepines and Benzodiazepine Receptor Agonists in the Geriatric Population</strong></a></li> </ul>