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Postural hypotension
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Postural hypotension
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Abstract
Postural hypotension is a common and important problem in elderly patients and necessitates a careful review of medication and lifestyle factors which may precipitate it. Drugs to be avoided if possible include diuretics, alpha-adrenoceptor blocking agents and nitrates. Drugs which may be useful in general practice include low-dose fludrocortisone, ephedrine and caffeine.
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Postural hypotension.Med J Aust. 1995 Jul 3;163(1):52. Med J Aust. 1995. PMID: 7609696 No abstract available.
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