PRESCRIPTION ADHERENCE TO AGS BEERS CRITERIA AND MEDICATION ADHERENCE IN GERIATRIC PATIENTS

Objective: The objective of the present study was to determine prescription pattern and adherence Beers Criteria 2019 also evaluate reasons for non-adherence ways promote among geriatric patients. Methods: Retrospective as well prospective data were collected using a predesigned form. A total 268 patients aged 60 years above involved in study. prescriptions analyzed appropriateness AGS 8-Item Morisky Medication Adherence Scale used assessment medication adherence. Results: majority age group 65–69 with mean 73.6 ± 5.05 male preponderance (67%). Out sample sizes observed, maximum number had at least one potential inappropriate (PIM) – during admission (40.67%) discharge (48.50%). most common PIMs observed PPIs insulin sliding scale. use NSAIDs (aspirin) heart renal failure generally recognized drug-disease drug-drug interactions. This confirms presence moderate Conclusion: Even though have been commonly reference many studies, it has not made its way into conventional clinical practice. prescribers need make themselves aware should be followed population. Hence, this will help physicians deliver quality care elderly