Here is a list of tips for planning and taking medicines for elders:

1. Keep a list of all medications, including prescription and over-the-counter drugs, and bring it with you to every doctor’s appointment.
2. Discuss all medications with the doctor and ensure that they are necessary and appropriate.
3. Use one pharmacy for all prescriptions to avoid interactions between medications.
4. Ask about side effects and potential drug interactions.
5. Store medications properly, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
6. Keep track of when to take each medication, and set reminders if needed.
7. Keep a record of all adverse reactions or side effects and report them to the doctor.
8. Don’t stop taking a medication without first consulting with the doctor.
9. Don’t share medications with others, even if they have similar symptoms.
10. Keep the doctor informed of any changes in the elder’s health, including new symptoms or changes in mood or behavior.

It is important to follow the instructions of the doctor and the instructions on the medication label to ensure that the elder takes the medications as directed and that they receive the maximum benefit.