The term “scourge of polypharmacy” refers to the overuse or misuse of multiple medications, often resulting in adverse drug interactions, increased healthcare costs, and decreased patient safety. It is a growing concern in healthcare, particularly among older adults and those with chronic conditions. Addressing this issue requires a multifaceted and integrated approach.
A mixture of two or more drugs produces a different response than expected, i.e., it is not the same as the arithmetic sum of their individual effects.