Common painkiller for low-back issues tied to 29% higher dementia risk

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Source: New Atlas | New TechBy: Michael FrancoDate: 07/10/2025, 3:31:00 PM
An extremely popular nerve pain drug commonly given to those suffering from low-back issues has been linked to impaired mental health including dementia and mild cognitive impairment. The risk was present after six or more prescriptions were filled. If you…
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