Because the various functions of the internal organs weaken when we get old, the effects of drugs may be felt stronger. With several sicknesses occurring at the same time, there are quite a few elderly people taking several drugs at the same time. The amount and method of intake need to be carefully understood and taken into account.   Tell about the drug you are taking now When you purchase a new drug, always inform the pharmacist about the drug you are taking now (both OTC and prescription). Although for OTC drugs, the use and amounts are carefully prepared with safe use in mind, since the average adult amount is used as a standard the effect of the drug, sometimes this may be too strong for the elderly person. To start with, you might consider using a small dose and then gradually increase the dose carefully observing how you feel.   The family should also cooperate. Depending on how weak you have become, some drugs may become difficult to ingest. When the inner lining of your throat tissues weakens, the strength of the tissue may also weaken. Also with your gradual handling ability of things deteriorating it may be difficult for you to open drug packages. With the deterioration of your eyesight you may mistakenly take the wrong drug. The family member or someone in the area might check if the elderly person is taking the correct drug or be around them when they are actually consuming the drug and in general just keep an eye on them. When you give a drug to a bedridden person, please raise their upper body before giving the drug. If you give the drug in the laid down position, it might stick to food passage way and cause an inflammation of the area.