Polypill
Polypill (pronunciation: /ˈpɒlɪpɪl/) is a medication that combines multiple active pharmaceutical ingredients. The concept of a polypill was first proposed in 2003 by two British scientists, Nicholas Wald and Malcolm Law, with the aim of preventing cardiovascular disease.
Etymology
The term "polypill" is derived from the Greek word "poly", meaning "many", and the English word "pill". It refers to the multiple active ingredients contained in a single pill.
Concept
The Polypill concept is based on the idea that a single pill containing multiple medications can be more effective in preventing cardiovascular disease than individual medications taken separately. The original polypill proposed by Wald and Law contained a statin, three blood pressure-lowering drugs, folic acid, and aspirin.
Benefits
The main benefit of the polypill is its potential to significantly reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. It is also thought to improve medication adherence, as patients only need to take one pill instead of several.
Criticism
Critics of the polypill argue that it may lead to overtreatment and unnecessary side effects. There are also concerns about the lack of individual tailoring of doses and the potential for drug interactions.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Polypill
- Wikipedia's article - Polypill
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