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World J Pharmacol. Jun 9, 2015; 4(2): 193-209
Published online Jun 9, 2015. doi: 10.5497/wjp.v4.i2.193
Published online Jun 9, 2015. doi: 10.5497/wjp.v4.i2.193
Drug type | Specific drug | Pharmacodynamic response in older people | Potential clinical consequence |
Analgesia | Morphine | ↑ | Excessive sedation, confusion, constipation, respiratory depression |
Anticoagulant | Warfarin Dabigatran in those ≥ 75 yr with a body weight of < 50 kg) | ↑ | Increased bleeding risk |
Cardiovascular system drugs | Angiotensin II receptor blockers | ↑ | Hypotension |
Diltiazem | ↑ | ||
Enalapril | ↑ | ||
Verapamil | ↑ | ||
Propranolol | ↓ | ||
Diuretics | Frusemide | ↓ | Reduced diuretic effect at standard doses |
Bumetanide | ↑ | ||
Psychoactive drugs | Diazepam | ↑ | Excessive sedation, confusion, postural sway, falls |
Midazolam | ↑ | ||
Temazepam | ↑ | ||
Haloperidol | ↑ | ||
Traizolam | ↑ | ||
Others | Levodopamine | ↑ | Dyskinesia, confusion, hallucinations |
- Citation: Lavan AH, O’Grady J, Gallagher PF. Appropriate prescribing in the elderly: Current perspectives. World J Pharmacol 2015; 4(2): 193-209
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/2220-3192/full/v4/i2/193.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.5497/wjp.v4.i2.193