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How Aging Changes Your Body’s Response to Medication and Dosing

How Aging Changes Your Body’s Response to Medication and Dosing
Posted by: Dorian Wellings in: Medications
28 Dec | 11:27 AM

Aging changes how your body absorbs, processes, and reacts to medications. Learn why seniors need lower doses, which drugs are riskier, and how to avoid dangerous side effects with practical, science-backed advice.

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