Addressing polymedication in older people

Polymedication is a frequent situation in the elderly, sometimes necessary and sometimes due to inertia in the system or a lack of review of treatments. This polymedication often causes problems, and addressing it is necessary for safe clinical practice.

Objectives

• To provide tools for carrying out treatment reviews in the elderly.
• Address current issues such as the approach to medication at the end of life and the appropriate use of psychotropic drugs.