Polypharmacy
Often the reason for a visit arises when a person, especially an older adult, takes many medications at once: this is called polypharmacy, the simultaneous use of multiple drugs, which can increase the risk of interactions and unwanted effects.
When to seek care? A review is worthwhile when several treatments pile up, side effects appear, or it becomes hard to keep track of doses.
Possible consequences: greater likelihood of drug interactions, falls, confusion, and difficulty telling which treatment is truly necessary.
Which specialist handles it? The geriatrician is trained to review the medication list comprehensively and adjust whatever is needed. If you or a family member take several drugs, it is advisable to see this professional to review them together.
Data on 5 doctors who treat polypharmacy
Specialties that treat polypharmacy
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Doctors specialized in polypharmacy
Dr. Erick Bautista
Dra. Catalina Tapia Jiménez
Dra. Jessica Naid Vidaña Rodríguez
Dra. Aura Anaid González Fausto
Dra. Laura Paulina Burgos Morelos
Dr. Josafat Francisco Martínez Magaña
Dra. Lidia Aurora Mondragón Posadas
Dr. Iñigo Ceñal Ruiz
Dra. Karla Lizette Galván Galván
Dr. Rubén Rivera Martínez
Dra. Cardena Ismael Cortes
Dr. Alberto León Alatorre
Dr. Adrián Pérez Toledo
Dr. Eduardo Sosa-Tinoco
Dr. José Pablo Terrazas Aguilar
Dr. Ricardo Rivera Pérez
Dr. Oscar Eduardo González Núñez
Dr. Carlos D'Hyver De Las Deses De Juillac And Wiechers
Dr. Javier De La Fuente Rocha
Dra. Renata Hernández Nava
Frequently asked questions
What is polypharmacy?
Often the reason for a visit arises when a person, especially an older adult, takes many medications at once: this is called polypharmacy, the simultaneous use of multiple drugs, which can increase the risk of interactions and unwanted effects.
Which doctor treats polypharmacy?
Polypharmacy is usually treated by specialists in geriatrician.