If You're Over 65, These Common Medications Pose High Risks, Study Says By Kali Coleman of Best Life | If You're Over 65, These Common Medications Pose High Risks, Study Says When it comes to the medications we get prescribed, we don't typically think twice. After all, it's easy to assume your doctor knows best. However, many medications can affect people differently depending on various factors, which means these pills could be safe for some and dangerous for others. In fact, according to recent research, several frequently prescribed drugs may actually be putting you in danger if you've over 65. Read on to find out if you're taking these common medications, and for more medication to be careful with, If You're Taking This Medication, the FDA Has a New Warning for You.