Geriatric dermatology : Part I. Geriatric pharmacology for the dermatologist - 21/03/13
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Issues related to prescribing dermatologic drugs in the elderly are less recognized than age-related skin findings. This is related in part to the lack of a standardized residency training curriculum in geriatric dermatology. As the number of elderly patients rises in the United States, drug-related iatrogenic complications will become increasingly important. This review discusses age-related changes in pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of common dermatologic drugs. These changes include volume of distribution, renal function, liver toxicity from interactions of commonly prescribed drugs, and medications that can decompensate cognition in the older patient population. We outline seven prescribing principles related to older dermatology patients, including useful strategies to reduce polypharmacy and improve drug adherence, using an evidence-based approach whenever possible.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Key words : adherence, drug interactions, evidence-based medicine, geriatric dermatology, pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, pharmacology, polypharmacy
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Supported in part by the D. W. Reynolds Foundation, American Federation for Aging Research, and the John A. Hartford Foundation (Dr Endo). |
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Dr Chang is an investigator in clinical trials sponsored by Genentech, Novartis, Galderma, and Nuskin. |
Vol 68 - N° 4
P. 521.e1-521.e10 - avril 2013 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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