Postural hypotension.
Postural hypotension is a common and important problem in elderly patients and necessitates a careful review of medication and lifestyle factors which may precipitate it. Drugs to be avoided if possible include diuretics, alpha-adrenoceptor blocking agents and nitrates. Drugs which may be useful in general practice include low-dose fludrocortisone, ephedrine and caffeine.
Tonkin
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Department of Clinical and Experimental Pharmacology, University of Adelaide, SA.
D000368:Aged; D006801:Humans; D007024:Hypotension, Orthostatic / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000628:therapy*