The most frequently prescribed medications in the elderly and their impact on dental treatment |
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Authors: | ED Paunovich JM Sadowsky P Carter |
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Affiliation: | Clinical Oral Health Programs, South Texas Veterans Healthcare System, University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio 78284, USA. |
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Abstract: | The high prevalence of multiple chronic medical conditions in the elderly and the likelihood of multiple drug therapies dramatically increase the chance of drug-specific adverse effects and drug-drug interactions. This article reviews the age-associated alterations in pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics along with the most frequently prescribed medications for the elderly. Adverse drug reactions, drug-drug interactions and oral side effects are reviewed along with the impact these medications may have on dental treatment planning and management. |
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