Electronic alerts to reduce unsafe digoxin use in older adults
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests if electronic alerts can help doctors avoid prescribing digoxin in a way that might be unsafe for older adults. It may help protect people over 64 from potential side effects of this heart medication.
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Who can take part
- You are age 65 or older.
- You are currently staying in a hospital at one of the study centers.
- Your medical records have complete information.
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Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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