Lack of evidence has not stopped increased use of antipsychotic meds to calm agitated elderly June 3, 2015Dr. Barry Dworkin Madely Health Headlines Commentary for June , 2015 Lack of evidence has not stopped increased use of antipsychotic meds to calm agitated elderly Play Now | Play in Popup | Download Source: Use of anti-psychotic drugs on seniors rising Related posts: Meds put seniors at higher risk of falls Second generation antipsychotic medications prescriptions for children rising exponentially Caregiver stress not ameliorated with lack of home-care support Elevated potassium levels in the elderly more commonly seen with sulpha antibiotic and certain blood pressure meds: study antipsychotic medications