November 17, 2014Open Access

Effects of Polypharmacy on Adverse Drug Reactions among Geriatric Outpatients at a Tertiary Care Hospital in Karachi: A Prospective Cohort Study

BABilal AhmedBoston University KNKashmira NanjiAga Khan University RMRakshinda MujeebAga Khan University

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The incidence of ADRs due to poly pharmacy is alarmingly high. The factors associated with ADRs are modifiable. Policies are needed to design and strengthen the prescription pattern.

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