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Relevant variables were analyzed to identify BZD prescription patterns and calculate related charges and emergency department (ED) use.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Results<\/jats:title>\n Nearly one-third (4346\/13,910, 31.24%) of patients with dementia received at least one BZD prescription, 20% more than those without dementia. More women than men received at least one BZD prescription. 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