Recent data have correlated drugs like Fosamax (alendronate) and Actonel (risedronate) with what are called atypical fractures of the femur (unusual fractures of the upper leg). Ho[...]
The FDA released a communication November 19, 2010 which notified health professionals and the public that they were removing propoxyphene (Darvon and Darvocet) from the U.S. marke[...]
As is my mission to inform older adults and their caregivers on the pitfalls of medication use in older adults, I feel compelled to tell you about significant drug interactions tha[...]
If you’re an older adult, and I don’t mean a 50-something AARP member but over 65, this important message is for you. Those over 65 make up only 11% of the population y[...]
Concerns with side-effects from statins is not a new topic and adding to the concern the FDA released a safety communication this year regarding the use of high-dose simvastatin (Z[...]
A recent study titled “MOBILZE Boston”, which stands for “Maintenance of Balance, Independent Living, Intellect, and Zest in the Elderly of Boston”, had one[...]
JH was frequently dizzy when he stood up and had several falls as a result. We identified terazosin as a high-risk drug that frequently causes dizziness upon standing. His terazosi[...]
Popular drugs used for heart burn and GERD (gastroesophageal reflux) are proven to increase the risk of a fracture, whether it be hip, wrist or spine, in findings from various stud[...]
MJ was encouraged to take a statin for his high cholesterol since he has diabetes which adds to the risk of cardiovascular disease, such as stroke or heart attack. But while taking[...]
