Taking multiple medications throughout the day is a challenging situations for older adult. Because older adults often take multiple medications simultaneously to treat different conditions and symptoms. Declining vision, hearing, and memory also contribute to medication risks. This is particularly important for older adults who are taking multiple medications, to ensure that they know what each medication is for and how to take it properly. Keep an accurate list of all medications, including generic and brand names, dosages, dosing frequency, and reason for taking the drug. This can help reduce the risk of polypharmacy. Always bring the current list of medications to the doctor, so they can review, update and discontinued unnecessary medications.
