A cardiologist warns: these 5 medications increase the risk of heart attack and stroke in older people

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Older Adults Need Extra Attention to Drug Interactions

The risk from medication is not always caused by a single drug.

Older adults often take several prescriptions, over-the-counter medicines, and supplements at the same time.

 

This can increase the chance of interactions.

For example, combinations may:

Raise or lower blood pressure too much
Affect kidney function
Increase bleeding
Alter medication levels
Disturb electrolytes
Change heart rhythm

A complete medication review can therefore be extremely valuable.

Bring a list of everything you take, including:

Prescription medicines
Pain relievers
Cold remedies