Deprescription in Advanced Cancer Patients
The use of multiple drugs is often referred to as polypharmacy, although this term has not been precisely defined. Frequently, drugs are used unwisely in multiple combinations increasing the risk of adverse reactions, or for the long-term prevention of diseases in patients with a short life expectan...
Main Author: | Ferraz Gonçalves |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2018-08-01
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Series: | Pharmacy |
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Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2226-4787/6/3/88 |
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