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September 16, 2025European PsychiatryOpen Access

Navigating Polypharmacy in Elderly Psychiatric Patients: A Review of the Literature

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The prevalence of polypharmacy varies, with risk factors including age 65+, living in nursing homes, and comorbidities.
Polypharmacy in older adults is linked to adverse outcomes like cognitive decline, higher hospitalization rates, and increased mortality.
Poor clinical records, multiple prescribers, and automatic renewals contribute to the complexity of medication management.
Identifying polypharmacy cases and adopting safe prescribing practices are vital for improving the health of elderly patients.

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This review examines polypharmacy prevalence and its consequences in elderly psychiatric patients, indicating critical risks.

Moreira et al. (2025) studied this question.

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