Safer medicines for older adults on multiple drugs
This study looks at older adults who take multiple medicines to understand why some have side effects. By joining, you help researchers learn how to make medicines safer for people your age.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 70 years old or older
- You take three or more medications
- You are a patient in the special medication review clinic for older adults
- You can move around at least with a wheelchair
- You are willing to sign a consent form (or have someone who can sign for you)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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