Medication-Induced Fall Risk Checklist

Patient Information
Medications Associated with Increased Fall Risk
Drug Class / Medication Present?
1 Benzodiazepines
2 Non-Benzodiazepine Hypnotics (e.g., Z-drugs)
3 Antidepressants (TCAs, SSRIs, SNRIs, etc.)
4 Antipsychotics
5 Antihypertensives
6 Anticholinergics
7 Opioids
8 Muscle Relaxants
9 Hypoglycemics (e.g., insulin, sulfonylureas)
10 Diuretics
Fall Risk Factors
Risk Factor Present?
1 Recent dose change or new medication started
2 History of falls
3 Impaired balance/mobility
4 Orthostatic hypotension
5 Cognitive impairment
Notes / Recommendations