A study conducted on nursing home residents found that the use of blood pressure drugs increases the risk of life-threatening bone fractures in the elderly. Nearly half of nursing home residents experience falls each year, with up to 25 percent leading to serious injury. The study compared the 30-day fracture risk in patients who started blood pressure medication to those who did not take any. The increased risk is due to the drugs impairing balance, particularly when standing up. Patients with dementia, high blood pressure, or no recent use of blood pressure medication had a higher risk of fractures. Caregivers need accurate information to balance the risks and benefits of blood pressure drugs for elderly patients.
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Blood Pressure Drugs More Than Double Risk Of Bone Fractures In Elderly: Study
