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Medication Safety for Older Adults

Avoiding mix ups when managing several medicines.

Dr. Meenakshi Sundaram
MBBS, MS Obstetrics and Gynaecology
2 min read
Updated 4 Oct 2026
Medically reviewed by Ritika Sood, MSc Food and Nutrition

Keep an up to date list

Write down every medicine, dose and timing, including supplements, and store it in Health Records.

Use organisers

Weekly pill organisers and phone reminders help.

Review regularly

Ask a doctor to review all medicines at least once a year.

Trusted sources

  • World Health Organization (who.int)
  • Indian Council of Medical Research (icmr.gov.in)
  • Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India (mohfw.gov.in)
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