Let's call it a raw fact, seniors are more likely to have more than one chronic condition requiring multiple medications. Combine this with over-the-counter meds and supplements and you get a recipe for potential disaster. Doctors looking at these cases come across Time failing to address the complexity the scripts and amounts. Seniors often independently self-medicate.  In a nutshell, complex medication regimens  can cause more harm than good.

        "Brown bag medication reviews, " aimed at fixing medication lists,  have had limited success.  Brown bag reviews mean patients bring all their medications and a pharmacist sorts out the dosages. This helps  pharmacists improve medication management. Tele-pharmacy is the new kid on the block. Tele-pharmacy is easier to use for busy professionals.

        Using a webcam it's possible to see the medications in the hands of the elderly people. This lets the pharmacist see where the elderly people are making mistakes or not understanding the process. Doing this helps reduce medication errors and prevents over use of some medications. the data can be compared with clinical trials to evaluate the overall efficacy of the telemedicine.

        Medication management is complicated. Doctors have to balance the dangers of dangerous prescriptions with the benefits of the correct medication. If mishandled, harmful interactions or even overdoses become more likely. This is especially tough to handle in the remote clinics in the Ambulatory.

        Tele pharmacy visits can help elderly people. Homebased video sessions are more comfortable and less pressing. They reduce the barriers caused by remote location and provide quality time with a pharmacist. This method promises to make medication management at home easier and safer. Seniors are often reluctant to go out and see a  professional, so this is a way around that problem.

Medication Management at Home: Do Tele-Pharmacy's Visits Benefit Seniors?

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