Antipsychotics are not commonly used in older adults due to their increased risk of side effects, such as tardive dyskinesia.

Sertraline (Zoloft) is most commonly used in older adults due to its low risk of side effects and drug interactions.

Nortriptyline (Pamelor) is most commonly used in older adults due to its low risk of anticholinergic side effects.

Lorazepam (Ativan) is most commonly used in older adults due to its short half-life and low risk of side effects.

Olanzapine (Zyprexa) is most commonly used in older adults due to its low risk of extrapyramidal side effects.

Nausea is the most common side effect of SSRIs in older adults.

Anticholinergic side effects are the most common side effects of TCAs in older adults.

Sedation is the most common side effect of benzodiazepines in older adults.

Extrapyramidal side effects are the most common side effects of antipsychotics in older adults.

Age is not a risk factor for psychotropic medication side effects in older adults.

All of the above strategies can be used to minimize the risk of psychotropic medication side effects in older adults.

SSRIs can interact with warfarin, digoxin, lithium, and alcohol.

TCAs can interact with anticholinergic drugs, alcohol, MAOIs, and sympathomimetics.

Benzodiazepines can interact with alcohol, opioids, antidepressants, and antipsychotics.

Antipsychotics can interact with anticholinergic drugs, alcohol, lithium, and anticonvulsants.