CellWell record HH-348029
Prevalence of Benzodiazepine, Z-Drug and Melatonin Use in Australian Residential Aged Care Facilities: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Yuxing Joyce Liu; J Simon Bell; Annie M L Ea; Mingxuan Cui; Ho Chan; Faiza Hoda; Amanda J Cross
2026
In plain language
One-third of Australian aged-care residents use benzodiazepines or Z-drugs, with benzodiazepines accounting for most use and Z-drugs being rare.
- Evidence
- Established
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- Meta-analysis
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