Antipsychotics in dementia: the road to deprescribing

The Lancet Healthy Longevity 2026 Open access

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Authors: Rosa Liperoti, Graziano Onder
DOI: 10.1016/j.lanhl.2026.100860
Cited by: 1
References: 6

Abstract

The effective and safe management of the behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) remains a major unresolved clinical challenge in geriatric medicine. These symptoms are highly prevalent across all stages of dementia and contribute substantially to patient distress, caregiver burden, and increased health care utilisation.1

Fields of Study & Subjects

Dementia and Cognitive Impairment Research Schizophrenia research and treatment Phosphodiesterase function and regulation

Publication details

Journal / source
The Lancet Healthy Longevity
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
7
Issue
5
Pages
100860–100860
Publication date
1 May 2026
Language
EN