PRESENT SCENARIO OF POLYPHARMACY IN ELDER PATIENTS: AN OVERVIEW

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  Surbhi Jangir, Archana Mishra , Yogesh Sharma, Ashutosh Sharma, Rakesh Gupta

• Surbhi Jangir, Archana Mishra , Yogesh Sharma, Ashutosh Sharma, Rakesh Gupta
• PRESENT SCENARIO OF POLYPHARMACY IN ELDER PATIENTS: AN OVERVIEW

Abstract

A thorough investigation was conducted to comprehend the idea of polypharmacy. Since polypharmacy is becoming more and more commonplace worldwide, it is important to comprehend its definition, causes, factors, effects, prevalence, and therapeutic importance. The study was conducted using data gathered from articles published in designated databases as well as current internet data accessible via the Internet. Because they are seen to have more comorbidities than other groups, older persons are more likely to exhibit polypharmacy. Understanding polypharmacy facilitates comprehension of the danger it poses in a variety of age groups, with older age being of particular concern. It also helps to comprehend the antiseptic importance of polypharmacy by connecting the idea of proper and improper usage of polypharmacy.

Keywords: Polypharmacy, Drug-Drug Interaction, Appropriate medicine, Inappropriate medicines, etc.