Some Drugs Increase Risk Of Falling

Courtesy ScienceDaily  Wed, 07/09/2008 - 23:15

Researchers have created a list of prescription drugs that increase the risk of falling for patients aged 65 and older who take four or more medications on a regular basis.


 

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