Drug eruptions in the elderly

作者:da Silva Carneiro Sueli Coelho; Azevedo e Silva Melissa Chaves; Ramos e Silva Marcia
来源:Clinics in Dermatology, 2011, 29(1): 43-48.
DOI:10.1016/j.clindermatol.2010.07.006

摘要

Because the older group of the population is becoming more numerous, we see a high prevalence in thug adverse reactions among the elderly. Polypharmacy, which is the use of five or more medications, is ore reason why this group has a greater risk of adverse drug reactions. Cutaneous adverse reactions to drugs are not always life threatening, but they can be an important factor for a poor quality of life among older patients. The potential benefits of appropriately prescribed medications are unquestionable, but the possibility of an adverse reaction must be recognized and prevented in older people so they can have a better quality of life.

  • 出版日期2011-2