Polypharmacy and Falls in Older Adults | How Multiple Medications Increase Fall Risk
Автор: Abdelaziz Elsalmawy
Загружено: 2026-01-05
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Falls in older adults are often preventable. One overlooked cause is polypharmacy—the use of multiple medications at the same time.
Taking five or more medicines can increase the risk of dizziness, confusion, low blood pressure, and balance problems, all of which significantly raise the risk of falls and fractures.
This short video explains:
• What polypharmacy is
• How multiple medications contribute to falls
• Why regular medication review is essential
• How falls are not a normal part of ageing
If you or a loved one are taking several medications, speak to a healthcare professional about a medication review.
Falls prevention starts with safer prescribing.
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