Table 4 Duration of use of psychotropic medications in patients with dementia
| Medication class | < 3 months | 3–6 months | > 6 months |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antipsychotics (n = 17) | 7 (41.17) | 3 (17.64) | 7 (41.17) |
| Antidepressants (n = 14) | 3 (21.42) | 5 (35.71) | 6 (42.85) |
| Benzodiazepines (n = 12) | 5 (41.66) | 2 (16.66) | 5 (41.66) |
| Anti-dementia (n = 9) | 2 (22.22) | 3 (33.33) | 4 (44.44) |