According to dailycaring.com, on average, people over age 65 take more than 14 prescription medications a year. That puts them at higher risk of overmedication and negative drug side effects. Failure to take medications as prescribed puts anyone at risk, but especially our elderly population.

More information can be found in this helpful article from dailycaring.com:

8 Tips to Avoid Harmful Drug Reactions and Overmedication in Seniors

Covenant Caregivers can help you or a loved one with medication management. Give us a call today to find out how. We can be reached at 601-856-5660.