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New program aims to cut risky pill overload in seniors
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a program to help older adults (65+) safely reduce unnecessary medications that may cause side effects. Researchers will use a risk model to identify high-risk participants and compare those who receive the deprescribing program to those who don't. The goal is to…
Matched conditions: POLYPHARMACY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:02 UTC
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Pharmacists on the frontline: new study aims to cut hospital returns in seniors
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a pharmacist-led medication management program, started in the hospital and continued after discharge, can reduce hospital readmissions and emergency visits within 30 days. It involves over 6,400 older adults (55+) who take many medications or specific hi…
Matched conditions: POLYPHARMACY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 10, 2026 13:26 UTC
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Digital nudges aim to curb dangerous pill overload in seniors
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether gentle reminders in electronic health records can help doctors reduce high-risk medication use in older adults, especially those with dementia. About 786 patients from primary care clinics will be involved, with clinics randomly assigned to receive differ…
Matched conditions: POLYPHARMACY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 18:57 UTC
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New program aims to cut risky pill overload in seniors
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a program called SPIDER that helps family doctors, nurses, and pharmacists work together to reduce unnecessary or harmful medications in older adults (65+) who take 10 or more drugs. The goal is to improve health and quality of life by cutting down on risky presc…
Matched conditions: POLYPHARMACY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Toronto Practice Based Research Network • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 11, 2026 12:12 UTC
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DNA check for seniors on multiple meds aims to cut costs and side effects
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether a simple DNA test can help doctors choose safer and more effective medications for older adults who take five or more drugs. Researchers will track how often the test results lead to changes in prescriptions and whether this lowers overall healthcare c…
Matched conditions: POLYPHARMACY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Geisinger Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 08, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Doctor training aims to cut risky pill overload in seniors
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether training family doctors to safely reduce unnecessary medications can improve prescribing for older adults who take five or more drugs. About 200 patients aged 65 and older living at home are taking part. Doctors in the training group learn to use speci…
Matched conditions: POLYPHARMACY
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Crete • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:57 UTC