Reducing unnecessary medicines in older adults
This trial studies whether a program of feedback to doctors can help reduce the use of certain medicines that may not be needed in older adults, such as benzodiazepines, acid reflux drugs, and opioids. It aims to support safe medication reduction for patients 65 and older.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years old or older.
- You are currently taking one of these medicines for a long time: a benzodiazepine (like Valium) for more than 3 months, a proton pump inhibitor (like omeprazole) for more than 8 weeks without a stomach issue, or an opioid (like tramadol) for non-cancer pain for more than 3 months.
- Your doctor believes it is safe to try reducing or stopping the medicine.
- You do NOT live in a care home or nursing home.
- You are NOT receiving palliative care (comfort care at end of life).
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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