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meds for geriatric use Flashcards

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problems with antihistamines

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  • anticholinergic effects can cause
    cognitive impairment like precipitate dementia
  • sedation and confusion

contraindicated: narrow angle glaucoma

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problems with decongestants

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hypertension and CVS AE

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codeine

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NOT RECOMMENDED
because of sedation and confusion (opioid effect)

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dextromethrophan

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NOT RECOMMENDED
because of sedation and confusion (dissociative anaesthetic like effect)

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expectorants

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best tolerated in elderly

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problems with acetylcysteine

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elderly/those with severe respiratory insufficiency

BUT overall well tolerated in elderly

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