The elderly are particularly sensitive to the effects of centrally depressant drugs and may experience confusion. It is recommended that the initial dosage of
Remeron (Mirtazapine) is a prescription antidepressant drug to treat depression in adults and elderly individuals. It improves feelings of
Table 3 : Side effects and drug-drug interactions for commonly used The Pursuit of Happiness: Management of Depression in the Elderly A review for the
by A Francomano 2024 Cited by 12An appropriate drug treatment appears to be effective in improving cognitive abilities and depressive symptoms in elderly depressed patients. According to
Orthostatic hypotension and tachycardia can be a problem in elderly patients receiving this drug at normal doses for depression. There is evidence in the
side effects and/or minimize the risk of drug-drug interactions. The safety and tolerability of duloxetine in depressed elderly patients with
Adults. Initial dosage should not exceed 1 mg/day. Elderly. The elderly are particularly sensitive to the effects of centrally depressant drugs and may
Adults. Initial dosage should not exceed 1 mg/day. Elderly. The elderly are particularly sensitive to the effects of centrally depressant drugs and may
Adults. Initial dosage should not exceed 1 mg/day. Elderly. The elderly are particularly sensitive to the effects of centrally depressant drugs and may
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