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Is This Medication Really Required?
Have you ever heard of being given Remeron, Protonix and Pepcid for 87 yr old who is anemic, some blood trace is stools and low iron. She gets iron infusions every 8-12 months. Is being treated by a hematologist. A gastro doctor just put her on these meds on top of 20+ other meds she s taking. I question this action.
Wed, 13 Aug 2014
Hi,
Thanks for asking.
Based on your clinical history and query, my opinion is as follows:
1. Medications nos. are too many.
2. She will miss important medications.
3. Full clinical details are necessary. However, at present, these are not essential ones. Discuss with your doctor. Appetite improvement is not primary. Non-pharmacologic methods necessary.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
Thanks for asking.
Based on your clinical history and query, my opinion is as follows:
1. Medications nos. are too many.
2. She will miss important medications.
3. Full clinical details are necessary. However, at present, these are not essential ones. Discuss with your doctor. Appetite improvement is not primary. Non-pharmacologic methods necessary.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
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