Pharmacotherapy of the elderly is difficult. This is due to changes that occur with age in the body and the occurrence of multiple diseases. Effective and safe pharmacotherapy of the elderly requires commitment from the doctor. The Medicine Use Review performed by pharmacists will detect drug related problems that prevent effective treatment. The Medicine Use Review is an appropriate tool that will allow to optimize pharmacotherapy and improves patients’ effectiveness and safety. Moreover, it allows the pharmacist to use his knowledge of patient pharmacotherapy and increase his involvement, as well as improve the cooperation of doctors and pharmacists.

Keywords: pharmacotherapy, polypragmasia, elderly, Medicine Use Review.