title: Oral hypoglycemic agents in the management of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus among the elderly.
abstract: Management of NIDDM among elderly patients is complex due to existing chronic illnesses. Patient education of the potential side effects and drug interactions with oral hypoglycemic agents, as well as good assessment skills help to prevent complications among the elderly population.
authors.forename: K H
authors.initials: KH
authors.lastname: McAvoy
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D003924:Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 / Q000188:drug therapy*; D004347:Drug Interactions; D006801:Humans; D007004:Hypoglycemic Agents / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000494:pharmacology / Q000627:therapeutic use*
chemical_list: D007004:Hypoglycemic Agents