The Hidden Danger of Polypharmacy

The Hidden Danger of Polypharmacy

Nearly half of all adults over 65 take five or more medications simultaneously. No single doctor has the full picture. And the consequences — falls, cognitive decline, dangerous drug interactions — are often attributed to aging rather than to the medications themselves.
In this episode, John Webb breaks down what polypharmacy actually is, why it happens, and how to advocate effectively with your parent's doctor. From creating a complete medication list to knowing exactly which questions to ask, this episode gives families the tools to intervene before the next hospitalization.
What you'll learn:
— What polypharmacy is and why it's so common in adults over 65
— The specific risks: falls, cognitive decline, and dangerous drug interactions
— How to request a medication review and what to say
— The four questions to ask at every medical appointment
— How to coordinate across multiple prescribers

This episode is part of Series 2 — Medication Management.

Family Caregiver Today is created and researched by John Webb — a medical social worker with over 20 years of care coordination experience. New episodes every Monday. Subscribe free at familycaregivertoday.com.
Hosted by Claire and James.

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