- Older adults are more vulnerable to the adverse affects due to the high probability of interacting with other anticholinergic medications they are taking to treat age related conditions
  - Can also experience age related sensitivities
    - Associated with anticholinergic-related cognitive adverse affects
- Medical conditions may be worsened 
   - Including: Urinary dysfunction, constipation, and dementia
- Potentially inappropriate to use in older adults
  - Especially for those who are vulnerable or have diagnosed dementia

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Medications that have Anticholinergic effects are associated with central and peripheral side effects. These include constipation, confusion, sedation, and dry mouth. Increased Anticholinergic exposure increases adverse risks.

Anticholinergic Medicines

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