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Various medications that increase the risk of neumonía and pneumonitis, including antipsychotics, opioids, antidepressants, and sedatives. The impact on public health depends on the prevalence of medication use, the relative risk increase, and the baseline incidence of neumonía or pneumonitis. The document also covers the risks associated with antipsychotics, opioids, sedatives, antidepressants, and other medications, as well as the importance of monitoring and limiting their use, especially in elderly populations.
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