ANTICHOLINERGIC DRUGS

Jun 28 2025HEALTH

Older Adults and Anticholinergic Drugs: A 25-Year Look at the Numbers

Older adults are often prescribed anticholinergic drugs. These medications can cause problems. For a long time, experts have said it's important to keep track of how many of these drugs older adults take. But, there hasn't been much data on how this has changed over time. A recent study looked at this issue. It focused on older adults living in the community. The st...

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Mar 06 2025HEALTH

Older Adults and Medication: A Long-Term Look at Frailty and Muscle Loss

Aging is a natural process, but it can bring challenges, especially when it comes to medication. Older adults often take multiple drugs, some of which can have unwanted side effects. One type of drug that has been under the microscope is anticholinergic medications. These drugs can cause issues like confusion, dizziness, and even falls. To tackle this, a special scal...

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