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▍Medication guidelinesfor seniors
As people age, many develop chronic conditionsthat require long-term medication.
However, taking medication incorrectly can be dangerous.
Statistics indicate that around 80 percent of seniors suffer from at least one chronic illness, while more than 50 percent have three chronic illnesses at the same time. As we grow older our memories decline, there is physical deterioration and the risks associated with taking medication are higher than for young people.
•Seniors should closely follow the instructionson a prescription and take at designated times - Drugs should be taken at the timesdesignated by the doctor. Do not stop taking the medication or change the dosage.
•Medication should be checked regularly and follow-up appointments made with the doctor - Be sure to inform the doctor about the effects of taking drugs and your physical conditionso the dosage can be adjusted if necessary.
•Spend time with seniors and remind them about taking medication - Help to ensure medication is taken on time and in the correct dosage, to avoid seniors forgetting or getting confused.
•Do not take too many typesor over-use medication - Visiting multiple clinics and taking duplicate medications can lead to drug interactions and side effects.
•Do not trust folk remediesor buy medicinefrom non-official channels - Online medication ads are not necessarily trustworthy. Folk remedies and uncertified medications can do more harm than good.
•Take medication as prescribed - Stopping taking medication on your own because of concerns about possible side effects or not understanding its purposecan be dangerous.
•Never take medication from unknown sources - If not officially authorized medication recommended by family, friendsor sensational ads can pose a risk to health.
When looking after seniors it is important to pay close attention, remind them to take medication safely.Let’s work together to protect their healthand eliminate risk.