In geriatrics, we put a premium on trying to simplify medication use. As a consultant pharmacist who has worked extensively in long term care and assisted living, I am routinely asked if we can reduce someone’s medications. Reducing medications is something I...
You’re probably aware I’m an advocate for simple, rationale use of medications. This means that at times we might consider reducing or discontinuing medications that may not be appropriate anymore for various reasons. There is a right way to discontinue...