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1 Απρ 2020 · Learning Objectives: On completion of this article, you should be able to (1) select appropriate opioids for pain management in older adults, (2) describe indications, other than pain, for opioid use in older adults, and (3) recommend both pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic pain management strategies for older adult patients.
However, elderly patients are more likely to have age-related liver, kidney, heart, or lung problems, which may require caution and an adjustment in the dose for patients receiving oxycodone in order to avoid potentially serious side effects.
Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially confusion, dizziness, drowsiness, and slow/shallow breathing. During pregnancy, this medication should be...
Oxycodone and acetaminophen combination can cause serious unwanted effects or fatal overdose if taken by children, pets, or adults who are not used to strong opioid pain medicines. Make sure you store the medicine in a safe and secure place to prevent others from getting it.
The side effect profile of opiates is similar for all age groups; however the elderly population is at a greater risk for these side effects given their comorbidities and high incidence of polypharmacy.
Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially confusion, dizziness, drowsiness, and slow/shallow breathing. During pregnancy, this medication should be used...
19 Απρ 2023 · Along with its needed effects, oxycodone may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking oxycodone: Less common. chills.
