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Too Much of a Good Thing? Unpacking the Rise of Polypharmacy in Seniors

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Understanding the balance between essential and excessive polypharmacy, recognizing its prevalence, and identifying contributing factors are crucial in mitigating its risks and enhancing patient care. “Polypharmacy and Elderly Patients: A 2020 Study,” Journal of Geriatric Care ). According to the U.S.