Purpose Non-medical or contextual factors strongly influence physicians' prescribing
behavior and may explain why drugs, such as benzodiazepines and Z-drugs, are still …

Introduction Hypnotics and sedatives, especially benzodiazepines and Z-drugs, are
frequently prescribed for longer periods than recommended—in spite of potential risks for …

Introduction: We have previously reported sub optimal use of hypnotics in geriatric
institutions. In the present study we examined the intervention by a pharmacist on the …

Abstract Background In Germany, almost 50% of prescriptions for benzodiazepines and
drugs as Zolpidem and Zopiclone are as out-of-pocket (OOP) prescriptions—requiring …

JOHNSON, Chris F et al. Benzodiazepine and z-hypnotic prescribing from acute psychiatric
inpatient discharge to long-term care in the community. Pharmacy Pract (Granada)[online] …

Objectives Geriatric guidelines strongly recommend avoiding benzodiazepines and non-
benzodiazepine sedative hypnotics in older adults. Hospitalisation may provide an important …

Objective The aim of this study was to measure the impact of hospitalisation on hypnotic and
anxiolytic (HA) drug prescription, during and after hospitalisation. Method A descriptive study …

Background Prolonged treatment of insomnia using benzodiazepine (BZD) receptor
agonists, including BZD and non-BZD hypnotic drugs, can cause drug dependence …

[Benzodiazepine-like hypnotics--attitudes and prescription practice among general
practitioners]. - Abstract - Europe PMC Sign in | Create an account https://orcid.org Europe …

Introduction Benzodiazepines and other sedative hypnotics (BSH) are potentially
inappropriate and harmful medications in older people due to their higher susceptibility for …