A number of over-the-counter and prescription drugs commonly taken by older people have side effects that can scramble thinking and dim memory. Because the elderly are more sensitive to these effects and often take multiple medications, the cumulative effect may make it difficult for them to carry out basic daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and even walking.
Many doctors may not fully appreciate that the drugs they're recommending and prescribing might be saddling their patients with detrimental side effects because, individually, the effect of a single drug is minor.
A number of over-the-counter and prescription drugs commonly taken
by older people have side effects that can scramble thinking and
dim memory. Because the elderly are more sensitive to these effects
and often take multiple medications, the...
More
Dr. Anne Fabiny answered:A number of over-the-counter and prescription drugs commonly taken by older people have side effects that can scramble thinking and dim memory. Because the elderly are more sensitive to these effects and often take multiple medications, the cumulative effect may make it difficult for them to carry out basic daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and even walking.
