The use of
herbal/complementary medications is observed in up to 17% of older
adults with cancer who are receiving chemotherapy. The types of these
agents used in this population may be distinct from those encountered
among older adults in general.
CONCLUSIONS:
Complementary
medication use was reported by 17% of older adults with cancer and was
more common among those who had less advanced disease (i.e., those
receiving adjuvant, potentially curative treatment) and higher
functional status. Further studies are needed to determine the
association between complementary medication use and cancer outcomes
among older adults. Cancer 2012;. © 2012 American Cancer Society.
