The most dangerous drugs for the elderly are drugs that are poorly excreted from the kidneys. This was announced by the lead therapist, emergency physician from San Francisco Pat Salber.
The specialist noted that drugs for diabetes with a long half-life are considered dangerous drugs.
Salber also advised caution in the use of anticholinergics, which contribute to the formation of constipation and urinary retention, and can also cause cognitive impairment.
Salber added that muscle relaxants, designed to reduce skeletal muscle tone, also pose a threat to the elderly. Such drugs have a sedative effect, disrupt digestion, and can cause nausea and dizziness. Newsmax…
Mineral oil intake is also undesirable for older people. According to the doctor, it contains aspirin, which increases the risk of pneumonia. As a substitute, Salber suggests eating foods high in fiber.
In addition, benzodiazepines are advised with caution in the elderly, as they provoke cognitive impairment. Also, the physician attributed potassium-sparing diuretics to potentially dangerous drugs. Potassium levels may increase due to the use of these drugs.
Earlier, on October 9, therapist Irina Ufimtseva said that she did not recommend taking an analysis for the hormone leptin, which is responsible for energy metabolism in the body. Its low level can cause overeating and obesity, but it will still not work to raise the level of leptin, and the constant feeling of hunger already indicates a lack of the hormone. The doctor also called the study on the level of cortisol a useless test, since even a little stress can affect the level of the hormone.
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