Question

Most older adults can tolerate taking several prescribed and over-the-counter medications without experiencing negative health effects.


Group startsTrue or False
Answered by GPT-4o mini
False. Many older adults may experience negative health effects from taking multiple prescribed and over-the-counter medications due to factors such as age-related changes in metabolism, potential drug interactions, and increased sensitivity to certain medications. This phenomenon, often referred to as polypharmacy, can lead to adverse effects and complications in older adults. It's important for healthcare providers to regularly review medications for safety and efficacy in this population.