When Less is More: Addressing the Problems of Polypharmacy Through Practicing Proactive Medicine in Reactive World

15/11/2024 56 min
When Less is More: Addressing the Problems of Polypharmacy Through Practicing Proactive Medicine in Reactive World

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode of Southern Medicine, Dr. Ankur Patel highlights the potential consequences of polypharmacy, such as drug interactions, decreased adherence, and increased likelihood of adverse events. He also emphasize the rising prevalence of ADEs, underscoring their impact on patient outcomes, healthcare costs, and the burden on healthcare providers.