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eISSN: 2581-9615 || CODEN: WJARAI || Impact Factor 8.2 ||  CrossRef DOI

Research and review articles are invited for publication in March 2026 (Volume 29, Issue 3) Submit manuscript

Challenges in prescribing medication for the elderly population

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Navin Sumanasan *

Department of Acute Medicine, Birmingham City Hospital, Birmingham, United Kingdom B18 7QH.
 
Review Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 23(01), 1313-1318
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.2113
DOI url: https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.2113
 
Received on 06 June 2024; revised on 15 July 2024; accepted on 17 July 2024
 
Prescribing medication for older adults is more challenging than for younger individuals due to a variety of reasons. These include physiological and psychological changes associated with ageing, physical and social limitations, cognitive decline, and multiple health conditions. Healthcare providers should stay informed and follow specific prescription protocols for older patients. A collaborative approach involving patients, nurses, pharmacists, and caregivers is crucial to ensure appropriate prescriptions. Health professionals should be aware of the risks associated with drug interactions and adverse reactions. Regular review of medications and discontinuation of inappropriate drugs are essential practices. This systematic approach improves patient care and helps alleviate the financial strain on patients and the healthcare system.
 
Polypharmacy; Adherence; Geriatric medicine; Drug-related side effects and adverse reactions; Prescription writing
 
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Navin Sumanasan. Challenges in prescribing medication for the elderly population. World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 23(1), 1313-1318. Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.2113

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