Drug Products and Drug Packaging for the Elderly
Author(s): Allen Loyd V Jr
Issue: May/Jun 1997 - Geriatric Care
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Page(s): 150-151
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Abstract: As the fastest-growing market segment for prescribed medications, seniors merit special consideration. This article discusses common problems for this patient group (dosage forms, packaging/labeling, drug identification and dosing). A list of problems/considerations, adapted from Salom IL, Davis K (Geriatrics 1995;50:37-44), accompanies the article.
Related Keywords: Geriatric