Medication and Falls in Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Daniel Peterson, Linda Johansson, Bjorn Westerlind, Thais Lopes De Oliveira, Deborah Finkel
Primary Institution: Arizona State University
Hypothesis
How do specific medications relate to the occurrence of falls in older Swedish adults?
Conclusion
Certain classes of medications, including antithrombotics, folic acid, and gastrointestinal medications, are related to falls in older adults.
Supporting Evidence
- The study tracked participants for approximately 2.5 years.
- A total of 286 unique medications were initially considered.
- Only 86 medications were included in the final analysis after filtering.
Takeaway
This study looked at how different medications might cause older people to fall down. They found that some medicines can make falls more likely.
Methodology
The study used Logistic Generalized Estimating Equation models to analyze medication prescriptions and falls over a 2.5-year period.
Limitations
Only medications prescribed 100 or more times were included, which may limit the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
Older Swedish adults.
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