As we age we are prone to more chronic conditions that require medication. At the same time, an aging body tolerates drugs differently and metabolizes drugs more slowly than it did when we were young, making drug interaction a greater concern. Many seniors mix over the counter drugs and dietary supplements with …

Aug 30, 2016 – An increasing number of elderly patients nationwide are on multiple medications to treat chronic diseases, raising their chances of dangerous drug interactions and serious side … A doctor had prescribed blood pressure medication for a 99-year-old woman at a dose that could cause her to faint or fall.

Mar 8, 2016 – Two-thirds of Canadians over 65 have five or more…