Deprescribing risky medicines in older adults with many medications
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests a patient-centered plan to safely reduce certain medicines that may cause side effects in older people who take many drugs. It aims to improve safety and comfort by lowering unnecessary use while keeping you well.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years old or older
- You can understand the study and give consent
- You have been taking 5 or more medications, including at least one “higher-risk” medicine for sleep, pain, nerves, mood, or bladder/anticholinergic effects, for at least 6 months
- Your usual doctor (GP) is in contact with you recently, and you can use a regular study pharmacy
- You agree to share information between your GP and your community pharmacy for the study
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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