Long-term overuse could mask more serious underlying conditions. Constipation is more common in the elderly and may be caused by a number of
by MS Sajid 2024 Cited by 79Secondary constipation is caused by conditions and medication use such as Safety assessment of prucalopride in elderly patients with constipation: a double-
drugs and therapies. Additionally, a large percent of patients with chronic idiopathic constipation are elderly and may have medication
May cause hepatic complications in doses over 3000mg/24hr in the elderly Dizziness, constipation, vertigo, nausea, headache, somnolence, agitation
It can cause some side effects including constipation, particularly in children and the elderly. Clindamycin (Cleocin)Interaction Rating: Moderate Be cautious
by T UEKI 2024 Cited by 32For example, antidepressants and anti- psychotics are known as drugs that cause constipation, and management of chronic constipation in elderly pa-.
Causes of constipation in the elderly. Lack of movement and exercise may contribute to constipation. Drugs prescribed for several medical conditions may lead to constipation among the elderly
Nondihydropyridine drugs, especially verapamil, slow the heart, similar to beta blockers and cause constipation, especially in elderly subjects. Adverse Effects
by S Zheng 2024 Cited by 24Medication: (1) Carefully asking the medication of the drugs mentioned above that could cause constipation: Because of comorbidity, the elderly
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Thanks a lot DG! I happen to be 57 and have it on good authority (my wife) that I am nowhere near qualified as being elderly!