Alzheimer's caregivers get help to cut dangerous pills

NCT ID NCT06368115

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether mailing educational materials to caregivers of people with Alzheimer's could reduce the use of risky medications like sedatives and antipsychotics. Over 11,000 older adults with Alzheimer's took part. The goal was to see if this simple approach could make medication safer without changing doctor visits.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Alzheimer disease dementia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • UMass Chan Medical School

    Worcester, Massachusetts, 01605, United States