Watch for Seniors Taking Risky Medications

December 2015

You'll see more focus on ensuring patients over age 65 are using meds appropriately...due to a few changes in the "Beers list."

The updated Beers Criteria calls out NEW potentially harmful meds for seniors...drug interactions that could cause problems...and meds that need lower doses in elderly patients with kidney disease.

Keep in mind, these guidelines are a "warning light"...NOT a "stop sign" that these meds must not be used.

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Watch for Seniors Taking Risky Medications

Practical advice for a better career, with unlimited access to CE

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