Pharmacological control of cancer pain is simple and can be achieved by using the simple principles of–by the ladder, by the clock, oral (if possible), and by the patient (adapted specifically). Consultation might be needed only for those patients who have difficult pain problems or refractory pain.
Feasibility study of a systematic approach for discontinuation of multiple medications in older adults: addressing polypharmacy
Background: Polypharmacy and inappropriate medication use is a problem in elderly patients, who are more likely to experience adverse effects from multiple treatments and less

