Safer medication use for older adults with rheumatic conditions
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This study tests a program to help doctors choose safer medications for people aged 60 and older who have arthritis or other rheumatic conditions. It aims to reduce the use of potentially harmful drugs and improve overall medication safety.
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Who can take part
- You are 60 years old or older.
- You see a rheumatologist at McGill University Health Centre for an inflammatory arthritis, autoimmune rheumatic disease, or other chronic musculoskeletal condition.
- You regularly take 5 or more medications, including at least one that might be risky for older adults.
- You expect to keep seeing your rheumatologist every 3 to 9 months.
- You are able to make your own medical decisions and are not facing a life-threatening illness with a life expectancy less than a year.
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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