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Prescription analgesic overuse in older adults: Can we mitigate this growing problem?

Year: 2022

Type: article

Abstract: With older adults already on numerous prescription medications to manage their chronic conditions, the addition of pain medications could impose an even greater burden due to dependency issues. We need to understand the use of chronic pain medication, especially opioids, discuss current strategies and gaps, and offer potential solutions to mitigate overuse among older adults.

Source: Aging Medicine

DOI: 10.1002/agm2.12228

Authors: Sara Kakatkar, Aditya Narayan, Rajesh Balkrishnan

Institution: University of Virginia

Language: English

Topic: Pharmaceutical Practices and Patient Outcomes

Subfield: Geriatrics and Gerontology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,000