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Dear Savvy Senior,
My 71-year-old mother is having a hard managing and remembering all the different medications she has to take, and I’m worried she’s taking way too many drugs. Any suggestions?
— Over Medicated
Dear Medicated,
The challenges of managing medications can be difficult for many seniors – especially those who take multiple drugs for various health problems. Here are some tips that can help.
Drug Review
Nearly half of Americans, age 65 and older take five or more prescription drugs, and 12 percent take 10 or more. Unfortunately, the more drugs a person takes, the higher their risk for potential medication problems, and the more likely they are to take something they don’t need. If you have questions or concerns about the various medications your mother is taking, gather up all her pill bottles (include all prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, and herbal supplements) and take them to her primary...
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