to reduce or stop prescribing a particular drug (= giving it as a medical treatment) because it may be harmful or not helpful

With older people, who may be taking five or more medications regularly, the best course of action may be to deprescribe. 对于老年人，他们可能会定期服用五种或更多的药物，最好的做法可能是精简处方。

By deprescribing medications, it is often possible to improve patient function and quality of life. 精简处方通常可以改善患者的功能和生活质量。