20 March 2025
The lecture explores the basic physiology of how our circadian rhythm works. It discusses the common causes of sleep problems among the elderly, the current available pharmacological management for elderly with insomnia and their adverse effects. The lecture also reviews the pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches to insomnia management. Participants will be introduced to the newer drugs (Circadin and Lemborexant) for insomnia which have come aboard Singapore in the last few years.
After the lecture, the participants will be able to gain an understanding on:
- Causes of insomnia among the elderly – the forward shift of circadian rhythm and changes in melatonin production with ageing
- Causes approach in insomnia treatment – the non-pharmacological cognitive behavioural approach and introduce the new sleep medications available for insomnia treatment
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To register (internet access is required), scan the QR code or click on the web link. Registration closes on 10 March 2025, Monday.
https://form.gov.sg/67a0eefc46a175b38581c22c
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Lecture Details
Date:
20 March 2025, Thursday
Timing:
6.30 pm - 7.30 pm
Duration:
60 minutes
Fees:
Complimentary
Platform:
Zoom Cloud Meetings
Registration Closing Date:
10 March 2025, Monday
Target Audience:
Pharmacists
(Zoom Capacity: 500
This lecture will be conducted via Zoom Cloud Meetings app. For ease of accessing the lecture, please download/update Zoom Cloud Meetings app. Details of the lecture meeting link will be sent to the successful registrants nearer the lecture date.)
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