Managing Multiple Medications Safely

October 25, 20261 min readBy PinGallery
Managing Multiple Medications Safely
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Many older adults take several medications, which increases the risk of interactions and mistakes.

Keep an updated list of all prescriptions, over the counter drugs, and supplements. Use a weekly pill organizer and ask your pharmacist to review your medications.

Pin Tip

Bring all medication bottles to your annual checkup for a review.

Talk With Your Doctor

This pin shares general information, not medical advice. Everyone ages differently, so bring questions to your doctor and review medications and health goals at least once a year.

Local Help in Ohio

Ohio’s Area Agencies on Aging connect older adults and caregivers with services such as meals, in home help, transportation, and benefits counseling. Call 911 for emergencies, including sudden face drooping, arm weakness, or speech trouble.

Quick Reminder

Keep an updated list of medications, doctors, and emergency contacts on your refrigerator for family and first responders.

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