Exploring the prevalence and types of fall-risk-increasing drugs among older people with upper limb fractures.

Natalie CoxIsra IlyasHelen C RobertsKinda Ibrahim

Published in: The International journal of pharmacy practice (2022)

Use of FRIDs among older people with upper limb fragility fractures was high. Although overall use decreased over time, 59% were still on ≥1 FRID at the 6-month follow-up, with trends to stop opioids and start antidepressants. Older people presenting with upper limb fractures should be offered a structured medication review to identify FRIDs for targeted deprescribing.

Keyphrases

upper limb
healthcare
risk factors
major depressive disorder
chronic pain
pain management
cancer therapy
emergency department
drug delivery
drug induced
adverse drug