How Kramer Davis Ensures Appropriate Medication Management for Individuals with IDD
The Challenge of Medication Management for Individuals with IDD
For individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), neurodevelopmental disorders, and complex medical conditions, medication management can be overwhelming. Many patients are prescribed multiple medications over time, often by different providers who do not coordinate care.
This leads to polypharmacy—the use of multiple medications that may be unnecessary, harmful, or no longer effective. Without proper monitoring, individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Down syndrome, cerebral palsy (CP), and other neurodivergent conditions are at higher risk for adverse drug interactions, overmedication, and medication toxicity.
At Kramer Davis Health, we take a holistic, transdisciplinary approach to medication management—ensuring that every prescription is carefully reviewed, necessary, and tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
How Kramer Davis Health Prevents Overmedication
Kramer Davis Health is one of the few comprehensive healthcare clinics that actively works to reduce unnecessary medications and ensure safe treatment plans for individuals with IDD.
Here’s how we do it:
✅ Comprehensive Medication Reviews – We conduct regular medication evaluations to ensure each prescription is still necessary and beneficial.
✅ Collaboration Between Medical, Psychiatric & Therapy Teams – Our transdisciplinary team reviews patient health records together to avoid prescribing medications that counteract each other or duplicate effects.
✅ Behavioral & Medical Root Cause Analysis – Instead of automatically prescribing psychotropic medications for behavioral concerns, we investigate whether underlying medical issues (like pain, reflux, or sensory sensitivities) are the real cause.
✅ Safe Deprescribing Process – For patients who no longer need certain medications, we develop a carefully monitored plan to taper or discontinue unnecessary prescriptions without withdrawal effects.
✅ Routine Health Monitoring & Lab Work – We track how medications affect overall health, ensuring that dosages remain appropriate and that medications aren’t causing new health complications.
By prioritizing patient safety and long-term health, we ensure that individuals with disabilities receive the right care, not just more prescriptions.
Rachel & Maddie’s Story: A Life-Changing Experience with Medication Management
Rachel had been searching for the right care for her teenage daughter, Maddie, for years. Maddie, who has Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), had been prescribed multiple medications over time—many of which she had been taking for over a decade.
➡️ “Maddie had been on a medication for sleep that was only meant to be a short-term solution. No one ever questioned whether she still needed it.” – Rachel
The more specialists Maddie saw, the more medications were added—until she was on medications she no longer needed, medications with conflicting effects, and prescriptions that weren’t truly helping.
➡️ “We had been to sleep clinics, specialists… no one was really looking at the whole picture.”
When Rachel found Kramer Davis Health, everything changed.
🩺 A Full Medication Review Was Conducted – The team carefully analyzed Maddie’s entire medical history, past prescriptions, and current medications.
💊 Unnecessary Medications Were Identified – They found that Maddie had been taking a medication for 15 years that was no longer beneficial.
📉 A Safe Deprescribing Plan Was Created – Instead of abruptly stopping medications, the team developed a personalized tapering plan to prevent withdrawal symptoms and allow Maddie’s body to adjust.
🌙 Her Sleep & Overall Health Improved – Once the unnecessary medication was removed, Maddie slept better, felt more stable, and had fewer mood disruptions.
➡️ “They took the time to look at everything, make sure she was on the right medications, and actually helped us plan for her future. I feel confident that Kramer Davis Health is setting Maddie up for a healthier, more independent life.” – Rachel
➡️ “If you’re wondering whether you should reach out, don’t wait. Just do it.”
Thanks to comprehensive medication management, Maddie no longer relies on unnecessary medications—and she and her family finally feel confident in her healthcare plan.
Why Medication Management Matters for Individuals with IDD
Medication plays an important role in managing health conditions, but without proper oversight, prescriptions can do more harm than good.
🔹 Polypharmacy Risks – Individuals with IDD are often prescribed multiple medications over time without regular review, leading to unnecessary drugs, adverse reactions, or medication toxicity.
🔹 Misdiagnosis & Overmedication – Symptoms like agitation, mood swings, or sleep disturbances are often treated with psychiatric medications when the real cause may be chronic pain, reflux, or unrecognized medical conditions.
🔹 Long-Term Medication Dependency – Many patients are put on medications meant for short-term use but remain on them for years due to lack of oversight.
At Kramer Davis Health, our goal is to ensure that every prescription has a clear purpose and is necessary for long-term health.
Take the Next Step: Ensure Safe & Effective Medication Management for Your Loved One
If you or a loved one are currently taking multiple medications and want to ensure they are truly necessary, Kramer Davis Health is here to help.
📅 Schedule a Comprehensive Medication Review – Let our expert team evaluate prescriptions, identify unnecessary medications, and optimize your care plan.
🔹 Request a Tour of Kramer Davis Clinic – See firsthand how we provide safe, effective medication management.
🔹 Become a New Patient – Take the first step toward better, safer healthcare today.
