Psychotropic medication deprescribing in residential aged care facilities: An exploratory study of the knowledge and attitudes of family members of residents with dementia.

Although there is a gap in family members' knowledge about psychotropic medications, overall they are supportive of deprescribing. Findings emphasise the need for psychoeducation among family members. Providing family members with a list of prescribed medications, specifying the type of and reason for prescription and side effects of each, is recommended to facilitate their advocacy for deprescribing on behalf of nursing home residents.