Prescription Drugs May Increase Falls Among Seniors
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By Bruce Finklea
Associate Producer
Published: July 31, 2008
University of North Carolina researchers have released a list of prescription drugs that may increase the risk for falls among seniors who take at least four medications on a regular basis.
The list includes a variety of prescription anti-depressants; seizure, cold and sleep-aid medications; and painkillers.
Researchers say the drugs can depress the central nervous system, making people less alert and giving them slower reaction times.
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