Medication management in the elderly population is a common challenge for dermatologists. This review aims to discuss clinical considerations when using common dermatologic classes of drugs in the elddoi:10.1007/s13670-016-0188-3Xia, FandiCremer, Julia...
A study published inJournal of the American Geriatrics Societysuggested that the use of certain medications in elderly populations may be associated with cognitive decline. The study examined the effects of exposure to anticholinergic medications, a type of drug used to treat a variety of disorders t...
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"There is increasing concern about the use of multiple medications in elderly populations in general practice and in psychiatric services, and the ‘statistics’ illustrate the potential scope of the problem. Eighty percent of individuals over age 75 years take at least 1 prescription medication, wit...
What are the most common medications for bipolar disorder? Which of the following types of disorders are more likely to have an endogenous cause? a. acute stress and post-traumatic stress disorders b. cyclothymic and dysthymic disorders c. major mood disorders d. adjustment disorders ...
common drugs can harm elderly patientsChicago-Every year in the United States, tens of millions of prescriptions are dispensed and billions are spent for antithrombotic medications and acid-suppressing drugs. Both generally are considered safe and highly effective when used as indicated. But new ...
Subjective memory complaints in elderly: relationship with health status, multimorbidity, medications, and use of services in a population-based study (1997). Subjective memory complaints in the elderly: Depressive symptoms and future dementia. British Journal of Psychiatry, 171, 373-376.Montejo, P....
There is an urgent need for large-scale collaborative research to elucidate the role and interplay of clinical and biological features in elderly individuals with depressive disorders who are at elevated risk for developing dementia. To overcome barriers for successful drug development, we propose the ...
The management of medical conditions in the frail elderly who reside in post-acute and long-term care facilities (PALTC) can be challenging due to multimorbidity, progressive functional decline, psychosocial issues, and reduced life expectancy. This chapter will review some of the common clinical co...
3-MONTH EXTENDED-RELEASE INJECTABLE SUSPENSION: The most commonly reported side effects included increased weight, insomnia, and use of anticholinergic medications (for extrapyramidal symptoms).[Ref] Nervous system EXTENDED RELEASE TABLETS: Very common (10% or more): Sedation/somnolence (up to 26%)...