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3 articles for “hyper polypharmacy”
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Polypharmacy and the need of deprescribing in Geriatric Chronic Kidney Disease patients
Abstract: Polypharmacy and Hyper polypharmacy pose risk for geriatric population by increasing drug interactions and side effects. This calls for deprescription to remove potentially inappropriate medications (PIM) from their prescription. BEERs criteria (BC) was used to classify medications for PIM. It also includes addition of a new drug, dose reduction and replacement with a newer drug. This study was conducted to find out the need of deprescription in geriatric population suffering …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Evaluation of Drug Utilization Patterns and Prescription Trends in Patients with Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism in a Tertiary Care Hospital
Abstract: Background: Endocrine disorders affecting the thyroid gland represent some of the most frequently encountered conditions globally, necessitating prolonged therapeutic intervention and vigilant clinical surveillance. The evaluation of Drug utilization patterns (DUE) serves an essential function in examining prescriptive behaviours and promoting appropriate pharmaceutical management. Objective: To evaluate drug utilization patterns, prescribing trends, and rationality of therapy in patients with hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. Methods: A prospective, cross-sectional observational investigation was performed …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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STUDY OF OLD AGE GROUP ABOVE 65 YEARS (CASE STUDY)
Abstract: Old age, often defined as the age of retirement, typically set at 65 and above in most developed countries, represents a critical phase in an individual's life. Successful aging goes beyond mere longevity, focusing on holistic well-being across social, physical, and mental dimensions. Three key components define successful aging: proactive disease prevention, active engagement with life, and maintaining high levels of physical and cognitive function. World Elders Day, observed on …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 30–40 Read article