POLYPHARMACY

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 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 in 18 assisted living residents with dementia. The goal was to safely reduce or stop unnecessary or harmful medications based on medical guidelines and personal preferences. Researchers tracked how many medications were reduced o…

This study looked at whether having a pharmacist check in with older Veterans via video call at home could improve how they take their medications. The study included 304 Veterans who had at least two chronic conditions and took five or more daily medicines. The goal was to reduc…

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 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…

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 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 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…