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Medication Management Top Tips: Persuading a Senior to Take Their Meds
Family caregivers are often tasked with managing a senior’s medications. We’ve compiled experienced caregivers’ tips and advice for convincing elders to adhere to their prescribed medication regimens.
0 CommentsHow to Tell the Difference Between Prescription Drug Abuse and Misuse
Most seniors take several medications daily, which puts them at an increased risk of misusing their medications and even developing an addiction. Be aware of red flags that may indicate an aging loved one is not taking their prescriptions as directed.
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Many older adults take several prescription drugs each day, resulting in complicated medication regimens. Learn how pharmacists can make medication management easier for seniors and their caregivers.
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Eating a nutritious diet and taking medications as prescribed by a doctor may seem like a recipe for good health, but even wholesome ingredients like leafy greens and fruit can cause food-drug interactions. Keep an eye out for these unsafe combinations.
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Medication Management Questions
New Alzheimer's diagnosis for my husband. What resources did you find helpful in learning about the disease and its progression?
2 AnswersAlvaDeer Answered Nov 30, 2025When taking Amlodipine, Celecoxib, Metoprolo, Atorvastatin, Losartan and Tamsulosin. If adding Tramadol and Trazodone can it cause a stroke?
5 AnswersGrandma1954 Answered Nov 17, 2025My mother has been in hospice for 2 1/2 years and we live in a remote area. She is discharged, bed bound on opiates- what do I do now?
23 AnswersCaringWifeAZ Replied Nov 17, 2025Ritalin or Adderall for depression?
4 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered Nov 16, 2025
Medication Management Discussions
Hospice nurse Julie did a helpful video recently. Just wanted to share the knowledge I gained, it may be helpful as we care for loved ones.
3 CommentsValentine15 Commented Sep 1, 2025Mom needs help with meds, it takes her all day to figure out which pill is for what. Sadly, I can't be there each day to give her meds.
38 Commentsseniorconnect Commented Feb 23, 2025Medications and their Side Effects.
10 CommentsNeedHelpWithMom Commented Jun 2024Question about dealing with "all or nothing thinking" and splitting. These are common with Borderline Personality disorder.
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