Rational Use of Drugs by the Elderly (in Canada): A Strategy for Action

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Year: 1995
Pages: 75
Binding Paperback

Product Code: 0788180193

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Marc Saindon (ed). The rational use of prescription drugs has been a concern for public agencies. Despite government regulation & dissemination of information, problems are still numerous, particularly among the elderly living at home. This report introduces a strategy for action to ensure the relevance, appropriateness & safety of drug use by the elderly. Chapters: why is there a concern about quality drug use? what strategy should be adopted? problems & measures of the use of drugs by the elderly; the prescription & dispensing of drugs by physicians & pharmacists; the manufacture & marketing of drugs; & research & evaluation.

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