NIH R01 · 2025
Optimizing the Clinical Management of Polypharmacy for Children with Medical Complexity
PROJECT SUMMARY/ABSTRACT Optimal health for children with medical complexity (CMC) often depends on exposure to pediatric polypharmacy (≥5 concurrent medications). Medication-related problems (MRPs), like inappropriate therapy, undertreated symptoms, or adverse drug events, can lead to emergency visits or hospitalizations. Yet, during routine clinical care for CMC, polypharmacy is infrequently assessed and rarely managed comprehensively. To improve medication-related patient outcomes, safety, and value, a new approach is needed to manage polypharmacy in the priority population of CMC. Pharmacist-led medication therapy management (MTM) is a proven and effective tool for managing adult and…
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