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From Healing to Harm: The Unintended Consequences of Polypharmacy in Seniors

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JAMA 2016; 316(20): 2115-25.) Risks of Polypharmacy Polypharmacy is associated with several categories of adverse effects, each with significant implications for patient health, safety and total cost of care. JAMA 2016; 316(20): 2115-25. Shehab et al. This dependency can affect their self-esteem and quality of life. Hilmer, S.

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Too Much of a Good Thing? Unpacking the Rise of Polypharmacy in Seniors

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Research, including a cross-sectional study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Ambulatory Medical Care Survey (2009-2016), indicates that 65% of senior visits involved polypharmacy, often including high-risk medications. Major polypharmacy: more than 5 medications. Reference: Smith, J. & & Doe, A.