Use of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder medication among older adults in Denmark.

Stina Schultz OrmhøjJesper HallasChristiane GasseLotte Rasmussen

Published in: British journal of clinical pharmacology (2018)

There was an increase in the incidence of ADHD medication use in adults aged ≥50 years from 2000-2010 and a decreasing incidence from 2010-2015. Our results suggest that ADHD medication is used off-label in older adults as part of palliative care.

Keyphrases

attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
palliative care
autism spectrum disorder
risk factors
working memory
healthcare
adverse drug
physical activity
advanced cancer
emergency department
drug induced
electronic health record