Elders Are Using More Prescription Meds and Supplements

Elders Are Using More Prescription Meds and Supplements

Apr 4, 2016

The practice of polypharmacy among older U.S. adults is rising significantly. The concurrent use of 5 or more prescription medications rose by 5% between 1999 and 2012. During this same period, the use of dietary supplements increased from 52% to 64%. Using...

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