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Doctors do not often prescribe Mysoline to people over 65 because seniors are at particular risk for the following:

More possibilities for drug interactions. Usually seniors can continue to take all their medications, including Mysoline, if the dosages are changed to compensate for the effects of interactions.
Greater susceptibility to side effects. Some common side effects of Mysoline, such as sleepiness or unsteadiness, may exacerbate pre-existing problems.
Greater danger of injury from falls or other accidents resulting from side effects.

Lower doses are generally required, because elderly patients metabolize Mysoline more slowly than younger adults.

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