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Fall Risk in Older Adults on Sedating Antihistamines: Prevention Strategies

Fall Risk in Older Adults on Sedating Antihistamines: Prevention Strategies

Sedating antihistamines like diphenhydramine significantly increase fall risk in older adults. Learn why first-generation options are dangerous, which safer alternatives exist, and practical steps to prevent falls through medication changes and home safety.

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Ethambutol & Personalized Medicine: Future Outlook
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Ethambutol & Personalized Medicine: Future Outlook

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Natrise (Tolvaptan) vs Alternatives: What Works Best for Hyponatremia?
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Natrise (Tolvaptan) vs Alternatives: What Works Best for Hyponatremia?

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How Drug-Drug Interactions Work: Mechanisms and Effects Explained
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Drug-drug interactions can cause serious harm when medications clash in your body. Learn how liver enzymes, transporters, and genetics affect drug safety, and what you can do to avoid dangerous combinations.

Chloramphenicol vs Alternative Antibiotics: Benefits, Risks & When to Use
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