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Optimizing pharmacotherapy and deprescribing strategies in older adults living with multimorbidity and polypharmacy : EuGMS SIG on pharmacology position paper

Optimizing pharmacotherapy and deprescribing strategies in older adults living with multimorbidity and polypharmacy : EuGMS SIG on pharmacology position paper


Title: Optimizing pharmacotherapy and deprescribing strategies in older adults living with multimorbidity and polypharmacy : EuGMS SIG on pharmacology position paper
Author: EuGMS SIG Pharmacology
Date: 2023-12
Language: English
Scope: 15
Department: Other departments
Series: European Geriatric Medicine; 14(6)
ISSN: 1878-7649
DOI: 10.1007/s41999-023-00872-0
Subject: Öldrunarlæknisfræði; Polypharmacy; Deprescribing; Older adults; Appropriate prescribing; Multimorbidity; Deprescriptions; Humans; Aged; Geriatrics; Inappropriate Prescribing/prevention & control; Geriatrics and Gerontology; Gerontology
URI: https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11815/4506

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EuGMS SIG Pharmacology 2023 , ' Optimizing pharmacotherapy and deprescribing strategies in older adults living with multimorbidity and polypharmacy : EuGMS SIG on pharmacology position paper ' , European Geriatric Medicine , vol. 14 , no. 6 , pp. 1195-1209 . https://doi.org/10.1007/s41999-023-00872-0

Abstract:

Inappropriate polypharmacy is highly prevalent among older adults and presents a significant healthcare concern. Conducting medication reviews and implementing deprescribing strategies in multimorbid older adults with polypharmacy are an inherently complex and challenging task. Recognizing this, the Special Interest Group on Pharmacology of the European Geriatric Medicine Society has compiled evidence on medication review and deprescribing in older adults and has formulated recommendations to enhance appropriate prescribing practices. The current evidence supports the need for a comprehensive and widespread transformation in education, guidelines, research, advocacy, and policy to improve the management of polypharmacy in older individuals. Furthermore, incorporating deprescribing as a routine aspect of care for the ageing population is crucial. We emphasize the importance of involving geriatricians and experts in geriatric pharmacology in driving, and actively participating in this transformative process. By doing so, we can work towards achieving optimal medication use and enhancing the well-being of older adults in the generations to come.

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