Seniors and cardiovascular medications
Kubesová, H.M.á; Weber, P.; MeluzÃnová, H.; Matejovský, J.
Vnitrni Lekarstvi 57(6): 561-570
2011
ISSN/ISBN: 0042-773X PMID: 21751542 Document Number: 648069
Authors analyze the situation in the therapy of cardiovascular diseases--unsatisfactory situation especially from the dyslipidaemia point of view. Different groups of medications are discussed and their risks for elderly patients. Angiotensin converting enzyme blockers and their influence on the endothelial dysfunction, but the risk of hyperpotassemia are showed. The risk of gastrointestinal bleeding during the treatment with antiagregants and anticoagulants, the risk of bradycardia in beta-blockade, possible interactions with other medications lowering the heart rate are discussed. Attention is paid to calcium channel blockers, diuretics and digoxin. The table containing possible clinical symptoms of unwanted side effect of most frequently used cardiovascular medications in elderly is added as the conclusion of the article.