Understanding safe prescribing practices for stimulant medications in older patients
Official title: Identifying Safe Stimulant Prescribing Practices to Protect Patients, Inform Key Program Initiatives, and Assist Providers
Funded at Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital · NIH-10992104 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how safe stimulant medications are for older veterans, focusing on potential risks like heart problems and substance abuse, to help doctors make better choices about prescribing these medications and keeping patients healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bedford, United States) |
| Project start | January 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5I01HX003453-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10992104 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include veterans aged 65 and older who are prescribed stimulant medications.
✕Less likely to help
Patients under the age of 65 or those not prescribed stimulant medications may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the safety of prescribed stimulant medications (PS) for older patients, particularly veterans. It aims to quantify the risks associated with these medications, such as cardiac issues and substance abuse, using extensive data from the VA's nationwide databases. By identifying patient groups at higher risk for adverse effects, the research will help healthcare providers make informed decisions about prescribing stimulants and managing patients effectively. The findings will support the VA's initiatives to enhance medication safety and improve patient care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer prescribing practices for stimulant medications, reducing the risk of serious side effects in older patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has highlighted the risks associated with stimulant medications, but this study aims to provide a comprehensive analysis that has not been extensively explored.
Where this research is happening
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Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital
Bedford, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Smith, Eric G. — Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital
- Study coordinator: Smith, Eric G.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.