Medications

Use a drug interaction checker to make sure your older adult’s medications won’t cause harmful side effects

Prevent Dangerous Drug Interactions in Seniors with a Drug Interaction Checker

Seniors are at greater risk for harmful drug interactions Medications, food, vitamins, and supplements all have the potential to interact...

anticholinergics can worsen or cause dementia symptoms

Alzheimer's & Dementia / Medications

Medications That Worsen Dementia and Increase Dementia Risk: Anticholinergics

Commonly-used medications can cause dementia-like symptoms Common prescription and over-the-counter medications called anticholinergics (anti-col-in-er-jik; hear it) have side effects that...

6 ways to convince seniors to take medicine

6 Tips to Convince Seniors to Take Medication

Why some seniors stubbornly refuse to take medicine Many families struggle to convince seniors to take medication that’s absolutely necessary...

Alzheimer’s cure

Alzheimer's & Dementia / Medications

Alzheimer’s Cure: Unproven Treatments Harm Senior Health

Alzheimer’s cure claims are ripping off vulnerable families Advertisements for an Alzheimer’s cure are everywhere, especially on the internet. These...

medication management for seniors: 10 safety tips

10 Tips for Safe Medication Management for Seniors

Safely managing medications is essential for senior health Most seniors take multiple medications throughout the day and it can be...

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Not Taking Prescribed Medication Harms Senior Health

Missing medication doses seriously affects senior health Not taking prescribed medication has serious consequences for older adults. According to a...

medications seniors should avoid

The Beers List: Medications Seniors Should Use with Caution

American Geriatrics Society cautions seniors about certain drugs Older adults may be at increased risk for problems related to drug...

over the counter painkillers

5 Tips for Choosing the Safest Over the Counter Painkillers for Seniors

Seniors need to know the safest pain reliever to take Older adults are often dealing with aches and pains caused...

Hero Health managing medications for seniors

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Managing Medications for Seniors: Improve Health with an Automated Pill Dispenser

If you’re caring for an ailing spouse or aging relative, you’re probably far too familiar with the worry of managing...

medications for seniors

Medications for Seniors: 14 Questions to Ask Doctors Before Starting a New Drug

Check to avoid serious issues when adding new medications for seniors Most older adults take multiple medications, so it’s important...

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