Heed these warnings, but don’t let “pharmaphobia” threaten your heart.

Some pills or tablets possibly even a few on your bathroom shelf right now may be inappropriate for you to use if you’re 65 or older.

That’s one message about some widely used drugs (see "Your Mom Was Half Right," page 5, for a sampling of drug downsides). But another strong message from doctors like Gary S. Francis, M.D., at Cleveland Clinic is that only your doctor and you can determine whether a specific prescription is right or wrong in your case. "Don’t let unfounded fears or myths about drugs endanger your health," says Dr. Francis, Heart Advisor’s editor-in-chief. "Get your doctor to explain the benefits that outweigh the risks of…

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