The use of psychotropic drugs (antipsychotics, benzodiazepines and benzodiazepine-
related drugs, and antidepressants) is common, with a prevalence estimates range of 19 …

More professional training and advice about the adequate management of medication in
dysphagic patients is necessary for all healthcare professionals. Large observational and …

Background Sleep disturbance is common in dementia and often treated with Z-drugs
(zopiclone, zaleplon, and zolpidem). While some observational studies suggest that Z-drugs …

Capture and transport are essential procedures for the management and conservation of
southern white rhinoceroses (Ceratotherium simum simum), but are associated with stress …

Abstract Background In Japan, there has been no investigation of regional differences in the
number or amount of prescriptions of anxiolytics or hypnotics. Attributes related to the high …

Introduction: Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP), a major cause of morbidity and
mortality, is the leading infectious cause of death in the developed world. Population-based …

In recent years, the prescription trends of benzodiazepine receptor agonists (BZRAs) have
not been investigated in Japan despite the publication of guidelines that promote cautious …

BACKGROUND Sleep disturbance affects around 60% of people living with dementia and
can negatively affect their quality of life and that of their carers. Hypnotic Z-drugs (zolpidem …

Aim The purpose of the present study was to clarify the association of pneumonia admission
with polypharmacy and specific drug use in community‐dwelling older people. Methods …

Most patients with Parkinson's disease (PD) gradually develop oropharyngeal dysphagia
which is often associated with pneumonia risk. The possible association of benzodiazepine …