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Drugs and the elderly.

R E Owen1, K S Lee, P W Choo

  • 1Department of Geriatric Medicine Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore.

Singapore Medical Journal
|June 1, 1991
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Safe prescribing for older adults demands careful consideration due to multiple health conditions and medications, increasing the risk of adverse drug reactions. Vigilance is crucial for safe medication management in this population.

Area of Science:

  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Clinical Pharmacology
  • Pharmacotherapy

Background:

  • Older individuals often present with multiple comorbidities, leading to polypharmacy.
  • Physiological changes associated with aging significantly impact drug pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics.
  • Polypharmacy in the elderly increases the risk of adverse drug reactions (ADRs).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the complexities of prescribing medications for the elderly population.
  • To emphasize the importance of considering physiological changes in drug management.
  • To underscore the necessity of vigilance for ensuring safe medication practices.

Main Methods:

  • Review of physiological changes in older adults affecting drug metabolism and excretion.

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  • Analysis of the relationship between multiple pathologies, polypharmacy, and ADRs.
  • Discussion of clinical strategies for safe prescribing in geriatric patients.

    • Main Results:

    • Multiple pathologies commonly lead to the use of multiple drugs in older individuals.
    • Physiological alterations in aging necessitate adjusted drug dosages and careful selection.
    • A high risk of adverse drug reactions is associated with polypharmacy in this demographic.

    Conclusions:

    • Prescribing for older adults requires meticulous attention to individual patient factors.
    • Continuous monitoring and vigilance are essential for mitigating risks associated with geriatric pharmacotherapy.
    • Safe and effective medication management in the elderly hinges on a thorough understanding of age-related changes and drug interactions.