Table 3.
Univariate logistic analysis for overdose of prescribed psychotropic drugs by age group
| Age group | Univariate analysis Odds ratio (95% CI) | P-value |
|---|---|---|
| (a) Benzodiazepines | ||
| ≤ 39 | 2.36 (0.96–6.13) | 0.07 |
| 40–59 | 4.64 (1.61–13.4) | 0.005a |
| ≥ 60 | 3.00 (0.98–9.14) | 0.053 |
| (b) Antidepressant | drugs | |
| ≤ 39 | 1.61 (0.57–4.53) | 0.364 |
| 40–59 | 11.4 (2.35–55.8) | 0.003a |
| ≥ 60 | 2.61 (0.40–17.0) | 0.317 |
| (c) Antipsychotic | drugs | |
| ≤ 39 | 2.54 (0.96–6.72) | 0.061 |
| 40–59 | 2.71 (0.92–7.97) | 0.071 |
| ≥ 60 | 4.00 (0.88–18.1) | 0.07 |
n: Overdose/Other consciousness disorders; ≦39 years (72/28), 40–59 years (34/31) and ≧60 years (22/35)
aSignificant difference