Secondary constipation is associated with chronic disease processes, medication use, and psychosocial issues. Management of chronic constipation in the elderly. Drugs Aging. 2024;25(10):807
Paroxetine appears to cause more anticholinergic effects (dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation) and for this reason it may be less suitable in elderly
certain medicines (particularly diuretics). Dehydration in the elderly can cause problems such as: confusion; constipation; dizziness; weakness. Elderly people
It can cause some side effects including constipation, particularly in children and the elderly. Clindamycin (Cleocin)Interaction Rating: Moderate Be cautious
Every single medication my MIL takes causes constipation. Sadly, almost all medications elderly folks take have constipation as a side effect.
Can cause extrapyramidal effects, including tardive dyskinesia; the risk may Chronic constipation in the elderly: a primer for the gastroenterologist.
peripheral edema, and constipation in an elderly patient after pregabalin. Pregabalin can cause constipation by binding to the calcium channel
Paroxetine appears to cause more anticholinergic effects (dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation) and for this reason it may be less suitable in elderly
May cause hepatic complications in doses over 3000mg/24hr in the elderly Dizziness, constipation, vertigo, nausea, headache, somnolence, agitation
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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!