The health of the elderly is often plagued by diseases, arthritis and gout are among the more common diseases, especially for those who need to take analgesics for a long time, and they need to pay more attention to the drugs***
Take a 61-year-old patient I know, Mr. Li, as an example, he needs long-term oral anti-inflammatory drugs and analgesics because of multiple bone destruction in his ribs, but the drugs are too large, he is prone to vomiting, and his life is affected. Therefore, for elderly patients with arthritis or gout who need to take analgesics for a long time, it is important to pay attention to the following:
There are many types of analgesics, including nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, glucocorticoids, and urate-lowering drugs. Among them, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and glucocorticoids belong to first-line analgesics, while urate-lowering drugs include liver damage, nausea, rash, etc., and the dose needs to be adjusted according to renal function when used.
Before using analgesics, it is important to understand the types of analgesics you use, as well as their pharmacological effects and *** In addition, some traditional Chinese medicines, such as colchicine, also have good analgesic effects.
The dose of analgesics needs to be adjusted according to the individual situation and the level of pain. If the dose of analgesics is too large, it may cause gastrointestinal reactions, liver and kidney damage, etc. Therefore, when using analgesics, it is necessary to use them strictly according to the doctor's recommendations and do not increase or decrease the dose of the drug at will.
For patients who require long-term use of analgesics, it is recommended to avoid combining multiple analgesics. Because the combination of multiple analgesics may increase the *** of the drug and may affect the efficacy of the drug. If a combination of analgesics must be used, it is recommended to use them under the guidance of a doctor.
Analgesics may cause some adverse reactions such as gastrointestinal reactions, allergic reactions, headaches, dizziness, insomnia, etc. When using analgesics, pay attention to your physical condition, and if there are adverse reactions, you should consult your doctor in time.
For patients who need to take analgesics for a long time, it is very important to have regular physical examinations. Through physical examination, the *** that analgesics may bring can be detected in time and treated accordingly. In addition, a physical examination can also help doctors assess the patient's physical condition, as well as adjust the dosage and type of medications.
In conclusion, it is very important for the elderly who need to take analgesics for a long time to understand the precautions for the type, dosage, and combination use of analgesics, and to have regular physical examinations. Only in this way can we better protect the health of the elderly and avoid the occurrence of drugs.