Nursing home drug check study aims to cut risky prescriptions
NCT ID NCT07407387
First seen Feb 14, 2026 · Last updated May 03, 2026 · Updated 10 times
Summary
This study tests whether a team of medication experts can improve the safety of prescriptions for elderly people living in nursing homes. Researchers will review each resident's medications, give feedback to doctors and nurses, and provide training on common prescribing issues. The goal is to reduce inappropriate drug use, falls, and hospital visits. About 219 residents aged 65 and older will take part across seven nursing homes in Southern Switzerland.
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Institute of Pharmacological Science of Southern Switzerland, Ente Ospedaliero Cantonale
Lugano, 6900, Switzerland
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