Pharmacist-Mediated Deprescribing in Long-Term Care Facilities: A Systematic Review

Pharmacist-Mediated Deprescribing in Long-Term Care Facilities: A Systematic Review

Multimorbidity and polypharmacy are prevalent among Long-Term Care (LTC) users. Older people, who most use LTC services, are more prone to drug-related problems, which polypharmacy aggravates. Deprescribing is a key intervention to address polypharmacy and inappropriate medication. Evidence shows th...

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Main Authors: João Rafael Gonçalves, Neuza Magalhães, Sara Machado, Isabel Ramalhinho, Afonso Miguel Cavaco
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2025-01-01
Series:Pharmacy
Subjects:
long-term care
deprescribing
pharmacist
long-term care facilities
nursing homes
care homes
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2226-4787/13/1/3

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