The elderly are particularly sensitive to the effects of centrally depressant drugs and may experience confusion. It is recommended that the initial dosage of
Adults. Initial dosage should not exceed 1 mg/day. Elderly. The elderly are particularly sensitive to the effects of centrally depressant drugs and may
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
Both these drugs can cause some amount of central nervous system depression, and also respiratory depression, specially in the elderly. Hence
Adults. Initial dosage should not exceed 1 mg/day. Elderly. The elderly are particularly sensitive to the effects of centrally depressant drugs and may
Both these drugs can cause some amount of central nervous system depression, and also respiratory depression, specially in the elderly. Hence
Adults. Initial dosage should not exceed 1 mg/day. Elderly. The elderly are particularly sensitive to the effects of centrally depressant drugs and may
bupropion is an effective, well-tolerated treatment for major depression in the elderly. Major depressive disorder in the elderly is associated 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
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