Difficulty with Taking Medications Is Associated with Future Diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias.
Douglas BartholdZachary A MarcumShuxian ChenLindsay WhiteNagham AilabouniAnirban BasuNorma B CoeShelly L GrayPublished in: Journal of general internal medicine (2020)
Odds of medication difficulty 1-2 years prior were more than four times greater for individuals with ADRD diagnoses compared with those without ADRD. Medication management difficulties may prompt further cognitive screening, potentially aiding in earlier recognition of ADRD.