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Polypharmacy: The human side of prescribing

Polypharmacy: The human side of prescribing

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 In this episode, we delve into the often-overlooked challenge of polypharmacy. Lelly Oboh, Consultant Pharmacist- Care of older people, and Sheetal Ladval, Chief Pharmaceutical Officers Clinical Fellow, share insights on managing multiple medications, the importance of person-centered care, and strategies to reduce the burden of complex drug regimens to improve quality of life. Links from the episode: Healthcare professionals: Help us promote the NHS medical exemption certificate National overprescribing review report - GOV.UK Understanding polypharmacy, overprescribing and deprescribing Resources to share with the people you support: Practical tips for caring for someone with cancer Going home from hospital Common questions about painkillers Further information on polypharmacy: SPS series of articles on polypharmacy. This includes resources , tools, videos and podcasts to support medication reviews Health Innovation Network (HIN) – National Polypharmacy Programme (England) NHS Scotland / Scottish Government Polypharmacy Guidance (Realistic Prescribing) British Geriatrics Society – Polypharmacy & Older Adult Pharmacy Resources Polypharmacy in Cancer & Long‑Term Conditions Project We are actively seeking participants: any healthcare professional involved in cancer care or long‑term condition management (including oncology, community and practice‑based pharmacists; oncologists; GPs; oncology, primary care, community and specialist nurses; allied health professionals), as well as patients and carers, to take part in a survey exploring the barriers and enablers to effective polypharmacy management. Please reach out to Sheetal Ladva at sladva@macmillan.org.uk if interested. Content warning: This episode contains conversations about lived experience of cancer which you may find upsetting or triggering. Listener discretion is advised. This episode aligns with Macmillan's strategic objective to offer more personal support to people affected by cancer and other health conditions. Read more about Macmillan's strategy. We would love to hear from you! Let us know any feedback you have about this episode by completing this short survey or get in touch at professionalspodcast@macmillan.org.uk.If you work in health or social care, visit www.macmillan.org.uk/learning or Macmillan’s Learning Hub for more information about free education and training from Macmillan Cancer Support.Disclaimer: The content and information in these episodes is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. All examples discussed in episodes are UK based and reflect UK health systems at the time of recording. No material within this series is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified and registered healthcare providers.
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