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When someone is taking five or more medications on a regular basis, this is called polypharmacy. The United States has one of the highest rates of polypharmacy in the world, with as many as 65% of adults over age 65 falling in this category. Polypharmacy has been found to raise the risk of falls, weakness and even death. This is because multiple medications can interact or cause side effects like dizziness, confusion, and low blood pressure.
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