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| Osteoarthritis in the geriatric patient | | Author(s) | Leisa L Marshall, Susan W Miller |
| Journal title | Journal of Geriatric Drug Therapy, vol 12, no 4, 1999 |
| Pages | pp 21-43 |
| Keywords | Arthritis ; Osteoporosis ; Drugs ; United States of America. |
| Annotation | Osteoarthritis is a disease of cartilage degeneration with secondary changes in the bone, leading to pain, a decrease in functional ability, and disability in some patients. The goals in management of the the geriatric patient are to alleviate symptoms and to maintain mobility and functioning. Both non-pharmacological and pharmacological therapy are used. This article reviews current treatment guidelines for geriatric patients with osteoarthritis. Acetaminophen is now recommended as the initial oral agent for most geriatric patients. Topical capsaicin may also provide symptom relief in many patients. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are recommended if acetaminophen is ineffective, or during periods of inflammation. The patient's concomitant disease, therapy, and the potential for adverse effects should be carefully considered before a NSAID is recommended. Common adverse effects of NSAIDs are reviewed. (RH). |
| Accession Number | CPA-000601402 A |
| Classmark | CLA: CLO: LLD: 7T |
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