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Health topics
… disease, or schizophrenia). Sometimes ECT is used for older adults who are taking multiple medicines for other illnesses … disease, or schizophrenia). Sometimes ECT is used for older adults who are taking multiple medicines for other …
Health topics
… in almost all men as they age. It is a common problem in older men. BPH is not cancer. But an enlarged prostate can … role, especially for severe BPH in men younger than 60. Men older than 50 have higher chances of developing BPH. Experts … Age 12 and Older Urinary Tract Infections in Teenagers and Adults Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: …
Medications
… heartbeat, pneumonia) when this medication is used by older adults with dementia. This medication is not approved for … are sick (such as having viral infection, dehydration). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of …
Medications
… medication that you receive. The risk is also increased in older adults (especially women) and in people with diabetes. … especially muscle spasms/uncontrolled muscle movements. Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of this …
Medications
… fractures, especially with longer use, higher doses, and in older adults. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about ways to … (such as calcium citrate) and vitamin D supplements. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of …
Medications
… fractures, especially with longer use, higher doses, and in older adults. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about ways to … (such as calcium citrate) and vitamin D supplements. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of …
Medications
… pills"/diuretics including furosemide), being 65 years or older, or having certain medical conditions may increase the … and helps prevent dehydration. Desmopressin is also used by adults who wake up 2 or more times during the night to … imbalance and a low level of sodium in the blood. Older adults may be at greater risk for water/mineral …
Medications
… heartbeat, pneumonia) when this medication is used by older adults with dementia. This medication is not approved for … are sick (such as having viral infection, dehydration). Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of …
Medications
… fatal) heart rhythm disorder. The risk is greater in older adults and in people who take more of the drug than … while using this drug. See Side Effects section. Older adults may be at greater risk for very serious …
Medications
… treatment. For children, the dose is also based on weight. Older adults usually start with a lower dose to decrease the risk … to certain effects of this drug, such as kidney stones. Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of this …
