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Older Adults on SSRIs: How to Prevent Hyponatremia and Falls

Older Adults on SSRIs: How to Prevent Hyponatremia and Falls

Dec 17, 2025 / 13 Comments

SSRIs help older adults with depression, but they raise the risk of hyponatremia - a dangerous drop in blood sodium that leads to dizziness, falls, and fractures. Learn how to prevent it with early testing, safer meds, and symptom awareness.

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