YSK that sometimes less is more. If you take medications, next time you see your doctor ask about ‘de-prescribing’

De-prescribing refers to a structured, supervised process of stopping medications that are no longer necessary or beneficial. Ask your doctor the following questions:

- What is this medication for? Do I still need it?

- What would happen if I stopped it? Is there a safe way to stop?

**Why you should know this**

A supervised process of stopping medications that are no longer needed is something everyone should know about