OTC Medication Behaviors of Older Adults
OTC Medication Behaviors of Older Adults is a multi-stakeholder industry-supported collaboration focused on safe and effective use of over-the-counter (OTC) medications. GSA convened stakeholders from industry, academia, research, and practice to evaluate current research on the OTC medication behaviors of older adults and identify gaps in the evidence base. Proceedings of the summit delve into specific influential areas including OTC medication literacy, the perceptual and cognitive basis of OTC medication decision making, technologies to support optimal OTC behavior, and the interface of clinical and family care regarding OTC medication behaviors.
Workgroup
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Steven M. Albert, PhD (chair) |
Laura L. Carstensen, PhD |
Resources
- November 2013 Symposium: "OTC Medication Behaviors of Older Adults: Results from a GSA Workgroup" handouts
- White Paper: "Over-the-Counter Medication Behaviors of Older Adults: Research Is Needed to Better Understand and Promote Safe and Effective Use"
- Webinar: "Understanding OTC Medication Behaviors of Older Adults: Research Is Needed to Better Understand and Promote Safe and Effective Use"
- April 2013 National Summit on OTC Medication Behaviors of Older Adults handouts
This program is developed by GSA and supported by the Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA).
