Medications

Senior Medication Safety: 9 Questions to Ask Your Pharmacist to Keep Your Aging Loved One Safe

Senior Medication Safety: 9 Important Questions to Ask the Pharmacist

Senior medication safety is a critical concern for older adults, especially when managing multiple prescriptions. To help prevent harmful interactions,...

Asking pharmacists key questions about medications helps keep seniors healthier

8 Questions to Ask the Pharmacist When Seniors Get New Prescriptions

Pharmacists are trusted experts who can explain what medications are for, how to take them, and if there are potential...

By working with doctors, pharmacies, and insurance, caregivers can create a safety net to ensure backup medications are always available when needed.

Build a Backup Medication Supply for Emergencies at No Extra Cost

Emergencies, such as natural disasters, unexpected travel, or pharmacy delays, can disrupt access to vital medications, putting older adults at...

Customize a pill organizer board to manage complex medication routines

Simplify Complex Medication Routines with a DIY Pill Board

When medication routines become complex or “non-standard,” it’s easy for mistakes or missed doses to happen. While caring for a...

Check this list of 10 medications that seniors should not take or should use with caution

10 Medications Seniors Should Avoid

Many common medications that are safe for younger adults can pose serious risks for seniors. As we age, changes in...

medications are not covered by medicare

Medications / Paying for Care

5 Options for Drugs Not Covered by Medicare

Medicare doesn’t always cover all drugs Most older adults get prescription drug coverage through a Medicare Part D plan or...

Avoid negative drug reactions and overmedication in seniors

8 Tips to Avoid Harmful Drug Reactions and Overmedication in Seniors

Too much medication can be harmful According to the CDC, 83% of U.S. adults in their 60s and 70s used...

Save time and money on prescription medication refills by switching to a mail order pharmacy

Medicare & Medicaid / Medications

Advantages of Mail Order Pharmacy for Seniors

One way to save time and money on prescription medication refills is to use a mail order pharmacy. MedicareFAQ explains...

6 ways to solve common elderly medication problems

6 Common Medication Problems in Seniors and 6 Ways to Solve Them

Medications have the potential to harm senior health For most older adults, taking medication is essential for managing serious health...

5 tips to help caregivers choose safer OTC cough and cold medicines for seniors

Safe Cold Medicine for Seniors: 5 Insider Tips

Choosing a safe cold medicine for seniors could avoid unnecessary complications. Daily Caring offers expert-backed tips on how to choose!...

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