Examining individual serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors and fall-related hospitalizations in older adults

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Authors

Lakedra E. White · University of Georgia

Chelsea A. Keedy · University of Georgia

Jianing Xu · University of Georgia

Kristen N. Pierce · St. Joseph’s Candler Hospital

David W. Hall · University of Georgia

Jinae Lee · University of Georgia

Ashlee C. Greene ·

Abstract

Venlafaxine appears to have a lower fall risk than duloxetine. Further studies are needed to determine clinical significance and assess fall-related costs to support safer SNRI use in older adults.

Topics & Keywords

Balance, Gait, and Falls Prevention Sleep and related disorders Pharmaceutical Practices and Patient Outcomes

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Mental Health Clinician

Volume 16, Issue 1, pp. 20-25

DOI: 10.9740/mhc.2026.02.020

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