Avoiding Drug-Induced Hypoglycemia in the Older Adult

摘要

There is much to be learned from those who have examined the unintended effects of medication therapy. As this knowledge base increases, it is important to seek systematic reviews and meta-analyses of these effects and to rely on the evidence these studies provide in order to better serve patients through appropriate medication monitoring and other medication-therapy management (MTM) services. In light of the fact that advancing age is a risk factor for drug-induced (DI) hypoglycemia (TABLE l), this brief discussion will provide nuanced guidance and additional resources to help pharmacists better individualize pharmaceutical care to this vulnerable patient population.