Enhancing Pulmonary Care in Older Adults: The Vital Role of Healthcare Providers in Managing Age-Related Challenges and Medication Access
Recommended Citation
Martirosov AL, Griebe K, and Hameed AA. Enhancing Pulmonary Care in Older Adults: The Vital Role of Healthcare Providers in Managing Age-Related Challenges and Medication Access. Clin Geriatr Med 2025;
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
9-9-2025
Publication Title
Clin Geriatr Med
Abstract
This article explores the use of pulmonary medications in older adults, emphasizing age-related physiologic changes that impact drug efficacy and safety. It discusses common treatments for conditions including bronchodilators, anti-inflammatory therapies, and antifibrotics. The article highlights the importance of individualized dosing due to altered metabolism, increased susceptibility to side effects, and adherence challenges in older adults. Emphasis is also placed on balancing therapeutic benefits with the financial burden associated with the cost of pulmonary medications to improve respiratory function and quality of life in the aging population.
Medical Subject Headings
Chronic obstructive; Geriatrics; Inhalers; Medication costs; Pharmacology; Pulmonary disease; access to medication; adult; age; drug cost; drug therapy; health care personnel; human; pharmacoeconomics; pharmacology; review
PubMed ID
Not assigned.
ePublication
ePub ahead of print
