title: Nonprescription drugs and the elderly.
abstract: The trend toward self-care is increasing among elderly patients. Over-the-counter medications contribute to the well-being of older patients, but adverse effects may occur, including interactions with prescription drugs. Nondrug health care products and agents for external use are also helpful when properly used. Dry skin, dry eyes, arthritis, pain and gastrointestinal complaints are among the major indications for the use of nonprescription medications.
authors.affiliation: University of Maryland School of Pharmacy, Baltimore.
authors.forename: P P
authors.initials: PP
authors.lastname: Lamy
mesh_terms: D000137:Acid-Base Imbalance / Q000517:prevention & control; D000368:Aged; D003879:Dermatologic Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D004347:Drug Interactions; D004363:Drug Utilization; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D004366:Nonprescription Drugs / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*
chemical_list: D003879:Dermatologic Agents; D004366:Nonprescription Drugs