POLYPHARMACY

This trial tests whether a structured medication review and care coordination (TMPC) can reduce drug-related hospital readmissions in adults aged 70 and older who take five or more regular medications. Participants receive a detailed medication analysis, discussions among hospita…

This study tested a program to help older adults (70+) who take 5 or more medications reduce their pill burden safely. Participants worked with a pharmacist and their family doctor to pause or lower doses of unnecessary drugs, focusing on what matters most to the patient. The goa…

This study tested whether a pharmacist-led video visit to the home could improve medication use in older Veterans taking many daily drugs. 304 Veterans with at least 2 chronic conditions and 5 daily medications took part. The goal was to reduce potentially inappropriate medicatio…

This study tested a program where a pharmacist worked with people living with dementia, their care partners, and their doctors to review and reduce unnecessary medications. The goal was to simplify medication routines and lower treatment burden. The study included 138 participant…

This pilot study tested a program called Shed-MEDS that helps safely reduce or stop unnecessary medications in assisted living residents with dementia. The goal was to see if cutting back on meds could improve quality of life. Eighteen residents took part, and researchers tracked…

This study looked at whether a DNA test (pharmacogenomics) could help doctors choose the right medications for older adults taking five or more drugs. Researchers tested 66 participants and measured how often the results led to medication changes. The goal was to see if this appr…

This study tested whether a medication coordinator could help patients avoid risky or unnecessary drugs after leaving the hospital. 141 patients who took at least five medicines took part. The coordinator worked with patients to review their medications and create a personal plan…

This study tested whether special communication training for pharmacists and general practitioners helps them involve older patients in decisions to stop or lower medications for heart disease and diabetes. Researchers enrolled 310 patients aged 75 and older who were taking certa…

This study interviewed 26 older adults (75+) with chronic illnesses who take many medications. Researchers wanted to understand how patients feel about being cared for by the same doctor over time, and what happens when they lose that regular doctor. The goal was to learn about t…

This study tested whether a pharmacist-led program could help older adults with dementia and their caregivers reduce unnecessary medications. The program included an educational brochure, a telehealth visit with a pharmacist, and tailored recommendations for the patient's doctor.…

This study looked at how to help busy doctors at VA clinics adopt better treatments for three common issues: reducing risky medications in older adults, using blood thinners more safely, and offering talk therapy for insomnia instead of sleep pills. Researchers compared two diffe…