What does polypharmacy mean?
noun
The use of multiple medications by a patient, which can increase the risk of adverse drug interactions and other complications. This can occur intentionally, such as when a patient is taking multiple medications for different conditions, or unintentionally, such as when a patient is taking multiple medications that interact with each other.
Example
"The doctor warned the patient about the dangers of polypharmacy and the need to carefully monitor their medication regimen."
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