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Falls and Older Adults

Frequently Asked Questions

11. Can medications increase my risk of falling? - cont'd

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Certain medications cause side effects like dizziness, confusion, and sleepiness that increase a person's risk of falling. Some medications don't work well together and may cause problems that lead to falls. (Answer continues on next page.)