Elder
Many older people are victims of elder abuse. It is the mistreatment of an older person, usually by a caregiver. It can happen within the family. It can also happen in assisted living facilities or nursing homes.
The mistreatment may be:
- Physical, sexual, or emotional abuse
- Neglect or abandonment
- Financial abuse - stealing of money or belongings
Possible signs of elder abuse include unexplained bruises, burns, and injuries. There may also be bed sores and poor hygiene. The person may become withdrawn, agitated, and depressed. There may be a sudden change in the person's financial situation.
Elder abuse will not stop on its own. Someone else needs to step in and help. If you think that an older person is in urgent danger, call 911. Otherwise, contact adult protective services.
NIH: National Institute on Aging
Elder FDA Approved Drugs
EXELDERM [Sulconazole NitrateC18H15Cl3N2SHNO3]
RX
- 1% (topical cream)
RanbaxyFeb 28, 1989
Sun Pharm Inds LtdAug 30, 1985
Sun Pharm Inds LtdAug 30, 1985
WARNING: Consult a licensed physician in the appropriate field for medical treatment and drug prescription. Do not self medicate.
WARNING: All medicines, drugs, plants, chemicals or medicial precedures below are for historical reference only. Many of these treatments are now known to be harmful and possibly fatal. Do not consume any plant, chemical, drug or otherwise without first consulting a licensed physician that practices medine in the appropriate field.
Felter's Materia Medica on Elder
ARALIA HISPIDA
The bark of the root of Aralia hispida, Linné (Nat. Ord. Araliaceae). A... / ...l undershrub of the eastern section of the United States. Dose, 1 to 30 grains. Common Names: Dwarf Elder, Wild Elder, Bristle-stem Sarsaparilla. Preparations.1. Specific Medicine Aralia. Dose, 1 to...1
The bark of the root of Aralia hispida, Linné (Nat. Ord. Araliaceae). A... / ...l undershrub of the eastern section of the United States. Dose, 1 to 30 grains. Common Names: Dwarf Elder, Wild Elder, Bristle-stem Sarsaparilla. Preparations.1. Specific Medicine Aralia. Dose, 1 to...1
FRAXINUS
The dried bark of Fraxinus sambucifolia, Lamarck, and Fraxinus americana, Linné (Nat. Ord. Oleaceae.)... / ...est trees of northern United States and Canada. Dose, 10 to 60 grains. Common Names: 1. Black Ash, Elder-leaved Ash. 2. White Ash. Principal Constituent.A bitter alkaloid in minute quantity. Prepar... / ...as has been claimed, is extremely doubtful and lacks sufficient proof to be given credence. Its relative, the White Ash, is said to be cathartic.1
The dried bark of Fraxinus sambucifolia, Lamarck, and Fraxinus americana, Linné (Nat. Ord. Oleaceae.)... / ...est trees of northern United States and Canada. Dose, 10 to 60 grains. Common Names: 1. Black Ash, Elder-leaved Ash. 2. White Ash. Principal Constituent.A bitter alkaloid in minute quantity. Prepar... / ...as has been claimed, is extremely doubtful and lacks sufficient proof to be given credence. Its relative, the White Ash, is said to be cathartic.1
RHUS AROMATICA
The bark of the root of Rhus aromatica, Aiton (Nat. Ord. Anacardiaceae). A small shrub of the rocky regions of eastern United States. Dose, 5 to... / .... While chiefly of value in the enuresis of children, it sometimes proves of service in that of the elderly, and especially when there is much irritation, occasional passages of bloody urine, and evid... / ...Fragrant Sumach, 1/2 fluidounce; Glycerin, 3 1/2 fluidounces. Mix. Sig.: From one-half to one teaspoonful, in water, every three or four hours.1
The bark of the root of Rhus aromatica, Aiton (Nat. Ord. Anacardiaceae). A small shrub of the rocky regions of eastern United States. Dose, 5 to... / .... While chiefly of value in the enuresis of children, it sometimes proves of service in that of the elderly, and especially when there is much irritation, occasional passages of bloody urine, and evid... / ...Fragrant Sumach, 1/2 fluidounce; Glycerin, 3 1/2 fluidounces. Mix. Sig.: From one-half to one teaspoonful, in water, every three or four hours.1
SAMBUCUS
The flowers and the fresh inner bark of Sambucus canadensis, Linné (Nat. Ord. Caprifoliaceae). An... / ...ous shrub growing in low, damp grounds and waste places. Dose, 5 to 60 grains (bark). Common Names: Elder, American Elder. Principal Constituents.Valeric acid, tannin, volatile oil, and a resin. Pre... / ...in doses of two to four fluidounces, will sometimes promptly empty the tissues of dropsical effusion and act slightly upon the bowels.1
The flowers and the fresh inner bark of Sambucus canadensis, Linné (Nat. Ord. Caprifoliaceae). An... / ...ous shrub growing in low, damp grounds and waste places. Dose, 5 to 60 grains (bark). Common Names: Elder, American Elder. Principal Constituents.Valeric acid, tannin, volatile oil, and a resin. Pre... / ...in doses of two to four fluidounces, will sometimes promptly empty the tissues of dropsical effusion and act slightly upon the bowels.1
WARNING: All medicines, drugs, plants, chemicals or medicial precedures below are for historical reference only. Many of these treatments are now known to be harmful and possibly fatal. Do not consume any plant, chemical, drug or otherwise without first consulting a licensed physician that practices medine in the appropriate field.
Physician's Materia Medica on Elder
ELDER
The flowers (corollas) of SAMBUCUS CANADENSIS, Lin. Stimulant diaphoretic, diuretic, refrigerant. Externally applied in fomenta tions and poultices in glandular engorgements, erysipelas, etc,2
The flowers (corollas) of SAMBUCUS CANADENSIS, Lin. Stimulant diaphoretic, diuretic, refrigerant. Externally applied in fomenta tions and poultices in glandular engorgements, erysipelas, etc,2
References
1) Felter, Harvey Wickes, 1922, The Eclectic Materia Medica, Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Cincinnati, Ohio.
2) Nelson, Baker & Co., 1904, Physician's Handy Book of Materia Medica and Therapeustics, Detroit, Michigan.
2) Nelson, Baker & Co., 1904, Physician's Handy Book of Materia Medica and Therapeustics, Detroit, Michigan.