Which of these anti-inflammatory drugs have geriatric warnings? (Select all that apply.)
A) Sulindac (Clinoril)
B) Indomethacin (Indocin)
C) Ketorolac (Toradol)
D) Naproxen (Naprosyn)
E) Ketoprofen (Orudis)
C, D, E
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Geriatric warnings have been associated with naproxen, ketorolac, and ketoprofen because of reports of increased toxicity when they are used by older patients. These nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should be avoided if possible. Sulindac and indomethacin are not associated with toxicity in older patients.
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