Medizinische Universität Graz Austria/Österreich - Forschungsportal - Medical University of Graz
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Iglseder, B; Dovjak, P; Benvenuti-Falger, U; Böhmdorfer, B; Lechleitner, M; Otto, R; Roller, RE; Sommeregger, U; Gosch, M.
Drug-related delirium in elderly patients].
Wien Med Wochenschr. 2010; 160(11-12): 281-285.
Doi: 10.1007/s10354-010-0787-0
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- Drugs have been widely associated with the development of delirium in the elderly and represent the most common reversible cause of this condition. This is of importance since successful treatment depends on identifying the reversible contributing factors. Medications with anticholinergic properties, tranquilizers, analgesics and narcotics are common causes of drug-induced delirium. This article provides practical approach to prevent and recognise this condition, reviews the underlying neurotransmitter imbalances and reconsiders age-related changes of pharmacological effects, which may contribute to the development of delirium.
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- Aged -
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- Analgesics - adverse effects Analgesics - therapeutic use
- Cholinergic Antagonists - adverse effects Cholinergic Antagonists - therapeutic use
- Delirium - chemically induced
- Drug Interactions -
- Drug Therapy, Combination -
- Frail Elderly -
- Humans -
- Inappropriate Prescribing -
- Narcotics - adverse effects Narcotics - therapeutic use
- Tranquilizing Agents - adverse effects Tranquilizing Agents - therapeutic use