Medications and Older Adults

Depression, nutritional deficiencies, and side effects from medications are among many reversible conditions that could be mistaken for dementia.

Rapidly progressive dementias develop quickly over days, weeks, or months, causing a sharp decline in memory, thinking, and behavior.

Most seniors (and their family caregivers) share a common goal: avoiding nursing home placement. But when an elder’s needs increase, it’s important to recognize when it’s time for a higher level of care.

Swollen extremities are common, especially during the heat of summer, but persistent swelling may point to a serious underlying condition. Experienced caregivers share their best tips for monitoring edema, reducing inflammation and improving circulation.

The AgingCare.com forum is filled with people coming together to share valuable information. We’ve compiled experienced caregivers’ best tips and suggestions for helping a loved one with PD get quality rest.

The AgingCare.com forum is filled with people coming together to share valuable information. We’ve compiled experienced caregivers’ best tips and suggestions for handling hallucinations and delusions associated with PD.

A good night’s sleep can be elusive for those with multiple sclerosis. Try these solutions for reducing trips to the bathroom at night, relieving spasticity and achieving the perfect bedroom temperature for quality rest.

Millions of Americans are prescribed opioid pain medications, but discussions on safe usage and how to reduce the risk of an overdose have fallen by the wayside. Learn how you can help keep yourself and your loved one safe while taking these medicines.

Did you know that your eyes are just as susceptible to sun damage as your skin? The next time you head outside, be sure to don a pair of sunglasses to reduce your risk of developing eye conditions like photokeratitis, macular degeneration and cataracts.

There are joys and perils that come with managing one’s own healthcare. I work with my doctors to manage my Parkinson's disease as much as I can, but sometimes they get it wrong... and I take charge.

Most people expect to look and feel different as they age, but few know the details behind why their body changes with age, or how a little knowledge can be their greatest asset.

My caregiving skills were challenged this past week when I had to help my father prepare for a colonoscopy and my mother ended up in the hospital.

Judi Dench, legendary actress, recently admitted taking memory supplements to help remember her lines. What's in these pills? Are they safe?

Parkinson’s is a neurodegenerative disease affecting about one million people in the US. The use of dopaminergic drugs brings interesting results. Dopamine’s main purpose is aiding the transmission of motor commands, but it is also involved in the brain’s reward system. AgingCare shares the stories of patients experiencing increased creativity under the influence of these medications.

Several, commonly-prescribed medications may possess the potential to stave off, or slow down, the progress of Alzheimer's and other dementias.

One of the more important decisions faced by seniors during Medicare Open Enrollment is whether or not to switch their Medicare Part D plan. There are resources that caregivers and seniors can use to help decide which plan best fits their prescription drug needs.

Although scientists have yet to find a cure for Parkinson's Disease, there are medications and surgery that can provide dramatic relief for elderly people.

Review the two options for Medicare prescription drug coverage. Determine which drug coverage plan you want to join.

Early drug treatment for rheumatoid arthritis is critical to prevent joint damage--but patients don't always get it. Evidence points to the importance of beginning drug treatment early.

If you're at risk for heart attack or stroke, be careful how you use over-the-counter painkillers.