A randomised controlled trial of deprescribing to optimise medical therapy for frail older people: the Opti-Med study. [ 2013 - 2018 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Christopher Etherton-Beer (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Tracy Comans ,  A/Pr Vasi Naganathan ,  Dr Kathleen Potter ,  Prof Andrew Mclachlan
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Brief description Many older people living in residential aged care facilities (RACF) are prescribed medications of uncertain benefit. The primary aim of the Opti-med study is to determine the safety and benefits of reducing the number of medications prescribed to frail older people in RACF. We will withdraw as many medications as possible from participants in the intervention group. Our study will provide randomised controlled data on the safety and efficacy of ceasing medications in frail older people.

Funding Amount $AUD 1,511,514.55

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant