A general overview of some common types of medications that are able to be provided by our Community Apothecary/ Pharmacy , and which are frequently prescribed to older adults, including:
- Blood pressure medications
- Cholesterol-lowering medications
- Diabetes medications
- Anti-coagulants and blood thinners
- Pain medications, including opioids
- Antidepressants and anti-anxiety medications
- Medications for insomnia and other sleep disorders
- Medications for acid reflux and other gastrointestinal disorders
- Antihistamines for allergies and other respiratory conditions
- Medications for osteoporosis and other bone-related conditions
- Anti-inflammatory medications, including NSAIDs
- Medications for thyroid conditions
- Vitamins and mineral supplements, such as calcium and vitamin D
- Medications for urinary incontinence and other bladder-related conditions
- Medications for prostate conditions
- Medications for dementia and Alzheimer’s disease
- Antipsychotic medications for behavioral and psychiatric conditions
- Medications for Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders
- Medications for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Medications for rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune disorders
- Medications for heart failure and other cardiovascular conditions
- Medications for gout and other joint-related conditions
- Medications for cancer and chemotherapy
- Medications for hepatitis C and other infectious diseases
- Medications for HIV/AIDS and other immune-related conditions
It’s important to note that the specific medications prescribed to an elderly individual will depend on their unique health needs and medical history, and should be determined in consultation with a healthcare provider.