Drugs

Question 1

What drugs increase the risk of falls?

Answer 1

sedatives
antidepressants

Question 2

What drugs cause a drop in blood pressure?

Answer 2

Lisinopril, Perindopril, Valsartan, Candesartan, Doxazosin, Enalapril, Furosemide, Atenolol, Diltiazem, Amlodipine, Felodipine

Question 3

What is a postural drop?

Answer 3

A drop of 20 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) in the top number (systolic blood pressure) within 2 to 5 minutes of standing is a sign of orthostatic hypotension. A drop of 10 mm Hg in the bottom number (diastolic blood pressure) within 2 to 5 minutes of standing also indicates orthostatic hypotensions a condition in which a person’s blood pressure drops abnormally when they stand up after sitting or lying down. Not all people who have this condition have symptoms, but it can lead to dizziness, light-headedness and fainting, and possible falls.

Question 4

Who is more at risk of a postural drop?

Answer 4

Parkinsons
Diabetes
Due to this affecting the nervous system that controls blood pressure