Too Many Meds? Time to Reconcile!
Did you know that poor medication reconciliation is one of the leading causes of polypharmacy (the use of five or more medications at the same time)—not just in older adults, but in adults of all ages?
When medication lists aren’t kept up to date, the dangers pile up:
🚫 Stockpiles of expired drugs or test supplies
❌ Duplicated prescriptions
👀 Look-alike tablets and sound-alike names
The result? Poor adherence, accidental overdose, increased side effects, and even hospitalization. All preventable.
That’s where a Comprehensive Clinical Medication Review (CMR) comes in. A CMR evaluates all medications, disease states, and over-the-counter products. More importantly, it opens the lines of communication between providers and patients—leading to:
✅ Safer, more effective treatment
✅ Better adherence
✅ A stronger quality of life
📝 Quick Check: 3 Steps for Safer Medications
Keep one master list of all prescriptions, over-the-counter meds, and supplements.
Bring that list to every doctor’s appointment and pharmacy visit.
Schedule a yearly medication review (or sooner if something changes).
October is National Pharmacy Month—the perfect time to take control of your medication safety.
Don’t leave your health to chance. Let’s talk about how a Comprehensive Medication Review can help you or your loved ones gain clarity, confidence, and control.
👉 Contact me today to start the conversation.